That's pretty much the system used to elect the president as well.
The funny part about it is that it makes it possible for someone to win the candidacy (or the presidency), without getting the popular vote, which happens far more often then it should. This is because some states are essentially worth more.
Someone correct me if my description is at all bogus, please!
No..I suppose not. :(
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"If you think this is gum, you're wrong. It's mucous!"
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"It's the sword that brings the greatest of embarrassments and is so difficult to wield. It's the ASS SWORD!"
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Now if he had been running with scissors...