proportioneringssystemen
Proportioneringssystemen, also known as proportional representation systems, are electoral systems designed to ensure that the number of seats won by a political party is roughly proportional to the number of votes it receives. This is in contrast to majority systems, where the party with the most votes wins the majority of seats. Proportional representation systems are used in various forms around the world, including countries like Germany, Israel, and New Zealand.
There are several methods of achieving proportional representation, including:
1. List systems: Voters rank candidates or parties in order of preference, and seats are allocated based
2. Mixed-member proportional systems: Voters cast two votes - one for a local representative and one for
3. Single transferable vote: Voters rank candidates in order of preference, and seats are filled through a
Proportional representation systems aim to promote political stability, encourage coalition-building, and reduce the likelihood of extreme