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One Person, One Vote?

Season 26 Episode 1

At a time when many Americans question democratic institutions, One Person, One Vote? unveils the complexities of the Electoral College, the uniquely American and often misunderstood mechanism for electing a president. The documentary follows four presidential electors representing different parties in Colorado during the intense 2020 election.

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Monday Sep 30, 10:00 PM PDT on PBS SoCal
Tuesday Oct 1, 3:00 AM PDT on PBS SoCal
Wednesday Oct 2, 4:00 PM PDT on PBS SoCal WORLD
Wednesday Oct 2, 9:00 PM PDT on PBS SoCal WORLD
Thursday Oct 3, 5:00 AM PDT on PBS SoCal WORLD
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Saturday Oct 5, 10:00 PM PDT on PBS SoCal Plus
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