key term - Supermajority

Definition

A supermajority is a requirement for a proposal to gain a higher level of support than a simple 51% majority in order to be approved or adopted. This threshold, often set at 60%, 66%, or even 75%, is used in various decision-making processes to ensure broader consensus for significant actions.

Related terms

Filibuster:

A political strategy where one or more members of a legislature speak at length to delay or entirely prevent a vote on a proposal.

Quorum: The minimum number of members who must be present at any of its meetings to make the proceedings of that meeting valid.

Consensus:

A general agreement among the members of a group or community, often used as an ideal standard for making collective decisions