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Analysis of impacts of a selected electoral system reform proposal in the Slovak Republic
Analysis of impacts of a selected electoral system reform proposal in the Slovak Republic

Author(s): Natália Kováčová, Roman Šimáček
Subject(s): Political Theory, Political Sciences, Public Administration, Government/Political systems, Political behavior, Comparative politics
Published by: Vysoká škola evropských a regionálních studií, z. ú.
Keywords: electoral system; proportional electoral system; electoral quorum; deformation index;

Summary/Abstract: Electoral reforms are often the subject of political debate, as their implementation can significantly affect political entities, voter behaviour, as well as the representativeness of political processes. The current political scene in Slovakia is marked by intense debates over possible changes to the electoral system, highlighting the need to make democracy and political processes more effective. The aim of the article is to analytically examine the proposal for modifying the electoral quorum, promoted by the Prime Minister of the Slovak Republic following the parliamentary elections in 2023. The article also assesses the potential political and systemic consequences of implementing this reform for the stability and functioning of the Slovak political system.

  • Issue Year: 2025
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 66-77
  • Page Count: 12
  • Language: English
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