This outstanding volume brings together major arguments on what constitutes the best electoral system, particulary on the relative merits of plurality and propo

The topic of electoral reform is an extremely timely one. The accelerated expansion of the number of new democracies in the world generates increasing demands f

This book explores the dynamics of electoral system choice and raises questions about the democratic credentials of the early processes of democratization.

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No subject is more central to the study of politics than elections. All across the globe, elections are a focal point for citizens, the media, and politicians l