The Electoral College is not an outdated system, it is an integral part of American democracy that ensures that both large and small states are given a voice. Its abolition for a direct popular vote has been argued as necessary for the progression of democracy in the United States, but to abolish it would undermine the balance between urban and rural interests and make the majority of Americans votes in states with low populations essentially irrelevant.
By motivating the candidates to go out and campaign across the nation and not only in major cities, the Electoral College makes the election process more inclusive. It ensures that all states fell that their needs are met when electing the head of state.
Rather than dismantling this system, we should look to improve it, so that all states, large or small, continue to have their voices heard in elections. The Electoral College is more than just electing the president, it is a pillar of American democracy, which protects the interest of all Americans and prevents power form getting out of hand.