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Equal representation explained: a plan to balance votes by enlarging constituencies and using a simple one‑vote system.
This edition lays out a concrete approach to redistributing seats so each vote weighs roughly the same, even as populations differ across towns and counties.
The work argues that larger constituencies better reflect overall equality, while preserving local government structure. It also defends a straightforward voting rule—one elector, one vote—for clarity and fairness. The author discusses how town and county areas would be treated, addressing concerns about centers of local life and the role of bye-elections in signaling public opinion.- Learn how equal redistribution could reshape parliamentary seats across counties and towns.
- See why a simple, single‑vote system is favored over more complex alternatives.
- Understand how large towns and rural areas might share representation without losing local identity.
- Explore practical steps for implementing redistribution while preserving local governance.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, written in the 19th century, presents a concise overview and critique of the concept of proportional representation, advocating instead for a system of 'equal' distribution and representation. The author argues that representation, or the number of seats assigned to a given area, should be based on population size and not on any other criteria. In contrast to proportional representation, the author's proposed system of equal representation also advocates for an equal value for each vote. The book also discusses the relationship between the number of registered electors in an area and the number of potential parliamentary representatives and the importance of ensuring the alignment of representation with shifting population distribution. In proposing a new system, the author's intent is to eliminate unreliable and ineffective periodic reform bills. The book presents a well-argued and meticulously detailed analysis of a complex topic, offering a valuable perspective on electoral reform. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333123734_0
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