The case for supermajority requirements in referendums
Referendums appear to be the most majoritarian of democratic processes. The simplicity and equality they offer through voting look like the essence of majoritarianism. Indeed, this simplicity and equality are often argued to be central to referendums’ appeal. This article argues that this appearance...
Main Authors: | Qvortrup, M, Trueblood, L |
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
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Oxford University Press
2023
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