preferential voting amendment
[prɪˈfɛrənʃəl ˈvoʊtɪŋ əˈmɛndmənt]
nounpl: preferential voting amendments
emenda de votação preferencial
1. A legislative modification that establishes or changes a voting system allowing voters to rank candidates in order of preference rather than selecting only one option
The preferential voting amendment was designed to ensure that the winning candidate had majority support from voters.
A emenda de votação preferencial foi projetada para garantir que o candidato vencedor tivesse apoio da maioria dos eleitores.
2. A constitutional or statutory change that introduces ranked-choice or alternative vote systems in electoral processes
Several states have proposed a preferential voting amendment to modernize their electoral system.
Vários estados propuseram uma emenda de votação preferencial para modernizar seu sistema eleitoral.
This term has gained prominence in both Brazilian and American political contexts since the 2010s as various jurisdictions explore alternatives to traditional single-choice voting systems. In Brazil, it reflects broader discussions about improving electoral representation, while in the US, it has become particularly relevant in progressive-leaning states and municipalities seeking to increase democratic participation and reduce polarization.
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