Electoral dysfunction: Why democracy is always unfair

At this time of impending election we are sure to be swarmed by biased articles about electoral reform. This one fills in a few of the details with somewhat less bias I think.

"In an ideal world, elections should be two things: free and fair. Every adult, with a few sensible exceptions, should be able to vote for a candidate of their choice, and each single vote should be worth the same."

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Electoral dysfunction: Why democracy is always unfair - science-in-society - 28 April 2010 - New Scientist