Gallagher Index: Evaluating Electoral Fairness and Representation

Unlock the secrets of electoral fairness with the Gallagher Index. This book delves into the key tool used to measure the proportionality of electoral systems. Ideal for political science professionals, students, and enthusiasts, it provides a comprehensive understanding of how votes translate into seats, and reveals the nuances of electoral fairness.

Chapters Overview:

1-Gallagher Index-Explore this measure to evaluate vote-share-to-seat allocation.

2-Proportional Representation-Understand the significance of proportionality in representation.

3-Mixed-Member Proportional Representation-Learn about a hybrid system balancing representation and governance.

4-D'Hondt Method-Discover a formula widely used in seat allocation for proportional representation.

5-Sainte-Laguë Method-Examine an alternative approach that favors smaller parties.

6-Electoral Reform in New Zealand-Explore New Zealand’s path to proportional representation.

7-Effective Number of Parties-Learn how this concept helps evaluate electoral system results.

8-Electoral Reform-Broaden your view on global electoral reform trends.

9-Sainte-Laguë Index-Explore this tool for measuring electoral proportionality.

10-Loosemore–Hanby Index-Understand the disparity between votes and seat distribution.

11-First-Past-The-Post Voting-Analyze its effects on representation and political dynamics.

12-Canadian Electoral System-Investigate how the Canadian system impacts political representation.

13-Elections in Canada-Review Canada’s recent elections and their impact on fairness.

14-Electoral System of New Zealand-Learn about New Zealand’s innovative proportional system.

15-Michael Gallagher (Academic)-Discover Gallagher’s contributions to electoral studies.

16-Canadian House of Commons Special Committee on Electoral Reform-Understand this committee’s findings on reform in Canada.

17-Mixed Electoral System-Explore mixed systems that aim to balance representation.

18-2018 British Columbia Electoral Reform Referendum-Analyze this referendum and its impact on BC’s electoral system.

19-Apportionment in the Hellenic Parliament-Examine apportionment methods used in Greece’s Parliament.

20-2005 Devon County Council Election-Review the 2005 election and its role in reform discussions.

21-Next Senedd Election-Look ahead to the next Senedd election and its influence on representation.

Gallagher Index is a comprehensive guide offering both theoretical and practical insights that will enhance your understanding of electoral systems and fairness. With expert analysis and detailed breakdowns, this book is an essential resource for anyone invested in political representation.