Part B- Essay Single Member Plurality versus Proportional Representation The single member plurality system, more specifically the first past the post system (FPTP), is an electoral process most commonly used in Canadian for both federal and provincial elections. Throughout the years it has been the preferred method of national elections. However, there have been political debates as to whether Canada should undergo electoral reform. Many argue that the current SMP system does not accurately represent
and the Green Party although attract supporters, are most likely to have few elected MPs. Canada’s single member plurality commonly known as “first past the post” electoral system benefits the two major political parties and handicaps the smaller parties. As a result, the single member plurality electoral system benefits major parties for voters, often, deeming either the Liberals or Conservatives to be the obvious choice. Consequently, minority parties are overshadowed, therefore deterring some eligible
better democracy. Proportional representation (PR) is usually cited as the best alternative; the debate of proportional representation versus plurality often hinges on the balance between fairness and efficiency. Without attempting the political calculus to determine the rate at which fairness should be sacrificed for efficiency, this paper will address the very claim that PR is more fair than the plurality system. The proponents contend that PR is a more accurate representation of the electorate's
successful than another. Collectively, Western Europe probably enjoys a higher level of well-being than any other region. However, upon closely examining the details of the political systems of Western European countries, it is evident that are benefits and drawbacks to every system. First off is Great Britain, an isolated nation known for developing a distinct system of government separate from that of the rest of continental Europe. The humble beginnings of Parliament blossomed into an important part
house stems from the power of the people and the other derives power from the individual states. The House of Representatives allows larger populations to have more representation, and the Senate allots each state an equal stake in decision-making. This compromise gives a nod to the idea of direct democracy and a proportional representation of citizens, while preserving the powers of the individual states. This balance of power is typically seen as key to protecting the people from the growing power
The Effect of Electronic Journals on Scholarly Communication In recent years, scholarly communication has virtually exploded into the on-line electronic world. This has brought a number of demonstrable benefits to the scholarly communication process as well as highlighting a number of inefficiencies and obstacles to the full deployment of information technology. However, the explosion has also brought a spate of credulous accounts concerning the transformative potential of information technology