Voting Systems and Models

Voting systems and models are methods used to determine how individuals express their preferences in decision-making processes, such as elections. Common systems include first-past-the-post, where the candidate with the most votes wins, and ranked-choice voting, where voters rank candidates in order of preference. Each system has its pros and cons, affecting how representative and fair the outcome is. Understanding these models helps us recognize how collective choices are made and the potential impact on governance and society.