Election Systems

Definition

Election systems refer to the methods and processes used to conduct elections, including how voters cast their ballots, how votes are counted, and how winners are determined.

Analogy

Think of election systems as different types of games. Just like there are various rules and strategies in different games (like chess or soccer), election systems have their own set of rules and procedures that determine the outcome.

Related terms

Electoral College: A system used in some countries, like the United States, where voters indirectly elect a president through a group of electors.

Proportional Representation: A system where seats in a legislative body are allocated based on the percentage of votes each political party receives.

First-Past-The-Post: Also known as winner-takes-all or plurality voting, this system awards victory to the candidate who receives the most votes, even if they don't have an absolute majority.