Originally posted by FabianFnasOr at least a plurality in the case of multi-party democracies... fascinating how small parties can push so many of their interests onto a nation where most may oppose the agendas. There is an irony there in multiparty democracies.
If the people of Mexico wants this worst-case scenario, then they'll get what they vote for. That's democracy, the power of the majority.
Originally posted by eljefejesusIsn't USA a multi-party democracy? Even if only two kandidates remain when the final election day arrives.
Or at least a plurality in the case of multi-party democracies... fascinating how small parties can push so many of their interests onto a nation where most may oppose the agendas. There is an irony there in multiparty democracies.
Originally posted by FabianFnasI would differentiate that as a two party system as it is more likely to have a majority vote rather than a typical mere pluraliity amongst multiple parties.
Isn't USA a multi-party democracy? Even if only two kandidates remain when the final election day arrives.
Originally posted by FabianFnasDemocracy in action in Mexico on July 5th, here's some Mexican fireworks for the people:
So if the people want another governement, they'll vote for it, or else there will be no change. Noone will take power without the support of the people. That's democracy in action.
http://mexico2009elections.wordpress.com/