Sukunthea Chhay
Political Science 439
Dr. Charles Noble
Final Paper
If I were to change one thing about American Politics, it would be a change that would result in a more fair and accurate representation of voters. The issue of fair and true representation continues to be a pressing issue our legislative branches of government face. Congress, more specifically, the House of Representatives claims to reflect and be the voices of the people. But proportional representation is something our systems of government is simply not achieving. The electoral process ought to be more inclusive and responsive to ensure that every vote has a meaningful voice in elections. I would change the system in which voters, vote. Instead of a winner take all system, …show more content…
While some may argue that it is a result of voters not being active or engaged enough to elect officials representatives. Even if that were to change, it alone, would not be enough to change much. This winner take all methodology is “central reason for major problems with our politics: gerrymandering, partisan gridlock...distortions in fair representation have roots in the winner take all method”. The U.S is in critical need of fair representation and it is one of the very pressing issues American democracy faces …show more content…
With ranked choice voting, it would ensure that winning the most votes wins you the most seats, but not all of them. The majority would get the biggest share, but everyone would be represented by someone they voted for, and being the minority wouldn’t shut you out. Most importantly, far more voters will have representative who share their views. This system of voting could transform the House of Representatives and other legislative bodies into a more accurate representative body, and effectively change the way voters experience American
Political Science 439
Dr. Charles Noble
Final Paper
If I were to change one thing about American Politics, it would be a change that would result in a more fair and accurate representation of voters. The issue of fair and true representation continues to be a pressing issue our legislative branches of government face. Congress, more specifically, the House of Representatives claims to reflect and be the voices of the people. But proportional representation is something our systems of government is simply not achieving. The electoral process ought to be more inclusive and responsive to ensure that every vote has a meaningful voice in elections. I would change the system in which voters, vote. Instead of a winner take all system, …show more content…
While some may argue that it is a result of voters not being active or engaged enough to elect officials representatives. Even if that were to change, it alone, would not be enough to change much. This winner take all methodology is “central reason for major problems with our politics: gerrymandering, partisan gridlock...distortions in fair representation have roots in the winner take all method”. The U.S is in critical need of fair representation and it is one of the very pressing issues American democracy faces …show more content…
With ranked choice voting, it would ensure that winning the most votes wins you the most seats, but not all of them. The majority would get the biggest share, but everyone would be represented by someone they voted for, and being the minority wouldn’t shut you out. Most importantly, far more voters will have representative who share their views. This system of voting could transform the House of Representatives and other legislative bodies into a more accurate representative body, and effectively change the way voters experience American