Plural Voting
/ˈplʊrəl ˈvoʊtɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) A voting system in which certain individuals possess more than one vote based on specific qualifications or status.
Plural voting was historically used to give property owners extra influence in elections.
Commentary
Plural voting is generally regarded as inconsistent with modern democratic principles because it violates electoral equality.
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