Essay question for 18-24 year olds living or attending school in Massachusetts
 [750 Words or Fewer]

The process for choosing candidates for the  presidential election is long and expensive. 

Respond to two of the following questions relating to the election process for the U.S. President.  Provide a rationale for each response.

1.      What limits, if any, should there be on the duration of the presidential campaign? What would be the impact of campaign duration limits?

2.      Should there be limits on the amount of money that can be spent by a candidate? If so, what would be the impact on the political process?

3.      What are the pros and cons of the current Presidential primary system, including political party conventions?