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How Does Germany's Electoral System Work?

Al Mayadeen Net Source: Agencies 2021-09-23 20:24 1 Shares

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The electoral system in post-war Germany differs from other well-known electoral laws, as it blends a winner-takes-all approach with a proportional representation system that allows smaller parties to compete.

the Reichstag Building in Berlin.

the Reichstag Building in Berlin.

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