How we made up our minds

Article Abstract:

The Jenkins Commission on electoral reform in the United Kingdom examined evidence from UK academics, the general public, and evidence from abroad. The system developed by the commission aims to avoid bestowing too much power on small parties. The system was not developed after secret consultations with the leaders of the UK Labor and Liberal Democrat parties. The recommendations aim to balance the need for stable government, broad proportionality, a link between members of parliament and a geographical constituency, and voter choice.

Elections, United Kingdom, Cover Story, Political aspects

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Communitarian conceits: Amitai Etzioni preaches up a storm, but to what effect?

Article Abstract:

Communitarianism is a philosophy that preaches a return to moral values and basic decency and has influenced several world leaders. However, Etzioni's brand of communitarianism, although benign, does not confront the real trade-offs between civil liberties and society's interests.

Political activity, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Politics and culture, Culture, Political science, Political philosophy, Etzioni, Amitai

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Elections all around

Article Abstract:

Undeveloped countries holding elections must change their rules concerning who can vote, how votes are counted and implementation of the decisions voted for, in order to be true democracies. Examples of unfair suffrage laws, lies about tallies and ignored outcomes are discussed.

Suffrage, Voting rights, Kuwait

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