During the 2016 Presidential Election, Hillary Clinton Won the Popular

During the 2016 presidential election, Hillary Clinton won the popular vote, but Donald Trump ultimately won the sufficient number of votes in the Electoral College and thus the presidency. This result sparked calls for a reform or elimination of the Electoral College by many Democrats. Briefly outline the function of the Electoral College and explain why the Founders felt it necessary in the first place. In your opinion, should the Electoral College be abolished? Why? Can you think of any issues that might arise if the president was selected by popular vote?