Voting Systems

Voting systems are methods used to aggregate individual preferences in an election or decision-making process. Each system varies in how votes are cast and counted, influencing the outcome. Common types include first-past-the-post, where the candidate with the most votes wins; ranked choice, where voters rank candidates and those with the fewest votes are eliminated until a majority is found; and proportional representation, which allocates seats based on the proportion of votes received. Different systems can lead to different political dynamics and representation, impacting how effectively elected officials reflect the will of the people.