When the alternative is to continue using the worst voting method—plurality voting—there is little risk experimenting. Clearly, Dr. Arrow wanted us to have better.
Election Science articles
This election science section highlights important research in political science as it relates to democracy, the ultimate invention in political science. Technology and science have played a major role in democratic history and this section seeks to constantly reexamine the important ideas behind it all. Be sure to also check out our Election Technology section and our articles on Technology Dissidents, the Internet and Voting or Voting Machines.
US Political Climate Leading to Stress: Study
The political climate in the United States is stressing out Americans, according to a new study
Study: Political Affiliation Predicts Reaction to False Information
How liberal or conservative a person is predicts likelihood of believing information about potential hazards
Even in Developing Nations, Election Polling is Still King
Polling data can be utilized not just in the US but globally to predict election outcomes
Revealing the Brain’s Circuitry For Political Belief
A USC-led study confirms that people become more hard-headed in their political belief when provided with contradictory evidence
Time to Take Another Look at Blockchain Governance
Experts have a new framework for 21st century political systems to consider in blockchain governance
Public Support For Democracy is Linked to Income Inequality
Voter satisfaction with democracy has less to do with who wins an election and more to do with income inequality
Study Finds That Wind Speed Affects Voting Decisions
Higher wind speed makes voters seek safety, while low winds glide voters toward change and greater risk
Mock Election Study Finds People Can Detect Rigged Voting
People were not deceived by researchers attempts to pass a rigged voting system as a fair choice
Study Examines Role of Gender in Judging Politician Competence
Gender and political psychology influence voter behavior and expectations of politician competence