The American political convention used to be an event where the Presidential pick was decided but things changed
Election Methods articles on Democracy Chronicles
This election methods reform section will highlight alternatives to the widely used plurality voting system like approval, ranked and instant-runoff voting. See our entire section called Voting Methods Central. Also see our section on American democracy.
How Game-Theory Can Solve the Moral Free-Rider Problem
Mathematicians believe they have found a solution to the moral free-rider problem that stymies cooperation
Debate Heats Up Over Canada Electoral Reform Referendum
The Brexit vote has complicated preparations for vital Canada electoral reform referendum
2016 Presidential Poll with 23 Candidates From 18 Parties
The most important, interesting and enjoyable part of the 2016 Presidential Poll is looking at the various parties’ platforms. That’s how you find out, from them, what they offer.
On the Referendum as a Valid Tool for Democracy
More see the referendum process as a danger to good governance following the Brexit vote
Revolutionary Los Angeles Voting System Prototype Outlined
The Voting System Assessment Project has introduced plans to overhaul the Los Angeles voting system
Study Questions Use of Large Scale Referendums
Large scale referendums like the Brexit vote may not be reflecting the correct decision
Canada Election Reforms On Hold After Brexit
Canada election reforms towards a ranked voting system are delayed by Brexit uncertainty
Should the US Ditch the Primary Election System
The primary election system is coming under harsh criticism stemming from many short comings
The First-Ever Florida Third Party Primary
The insurgent Libertarian Party will hold the first Florida third party primary for President