Multimember District
/ˌmʌltɪˈmɛmbər ˈdɪstrɪkt/
Definitions
- (n.) An electoral district that elects two or more members to a legislative body.
In a multimember district, voters select several representatives rather than just one.
Forms
- multimember district
- multimember districts
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Commentary
Multimember districts are often used to achieve broader representation and can affect party strategy and electoral outcomes.
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