Proportional Representation versus First-Past-the-Post: A Comparative Analysis of Representational Equity, Political Stability, and Democratic Accountability Introduction Electoral systems constitute one of the most consequential institutional mechanisms in democratic governance because they shape the translation of votes into political power. The design of electoral systems influences party competition, representation, government formation, political accountability, and the overall … Continue reading Compare and contrast proportional representation and first-past-the-post systems in terms of representational equity, political stability, and democratic accountability.