Voters in Israel are going to the polls today for the fourth time in two years. The nature of Israeli politics and it's electoral system are at the heart of such frequent votes. Political, ideological, and social polarization emerges most often in electoral systems with elements of electoral majoritarianism. The societal animosity which foments polarization rarely emerges in … [Read more...] about An Introduction to Israeli Politics and the 2021 Israeli Election
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2021 Dutch General Election: Consensus and Continuity
Winning election to the Dutch House of Representatives (the Tweede Kamer der Staten-Generaal) is simple when compared to almost every other electoral democracy. One can win a parliamentary seat if they convince approximately 62,000 citizens to vote for their ticket. This is the advantage of a near fully Proportional parliamentary system with no percentage threshold … [Read more...] about 2021 Dutch General Election: Consensus and Continuity
Queensland By-Elections, Demographics, and Trump’s Chances Of Re-Election
This upcoming Saturday, voters in two of the Australian State of Queensland will go to the polls for by-elections to replace resigned members. These byelections, just months before the scheduled state election, are an interesting test for both the Queensland government, but also for a theory of politics that extends far past the borders of Queensland. Starting with the … [Read more...] about Queensland By-Elections, Demographics, and Trump’s Chances Of Re-Election