12th Amendment

Definition

The 12th Amendment is an amendment to the United States Constitution that changed the process of electing the President and Vice President. It established a separate Electoral College vote for each office, rather than having the runner-up become Vice President.

Related terms

Electoral College: A group of people appointed by each state who formally cast votes for the election of the President and Vice President.

Runner-up: The candidate who comes in second place in an election.

Amendment: A change or addition made to the United States Constitution.