Tired of voting for the 'lesser evil'? Discover how approval voting, using methods pioneered by Eneström and Phragmén, can empower voters to support all viable candidates, leading to more proportional and representative election outcomes.
Ever wonder how decisions get made in Washington? We break down the complex world of lobbying, revealing the power struggles and backroom deals that shape the laws affecting your life.
Dive into the complexities of voting systems: Discover how different methods of allocating voting power affect social welfare, and learn the surprising ways mathematicians and economists are trying to define—and achieve—a truly 'fair' vote.
Discover the surprising ways labor unions influence political ideologies in the workplace, fostering unexpected political alignment and challenging conventional wisdom about labor relations.
A deep dive into the affirmative action system in India, revealing how an oversight in policy design led to significant legal and social challenges. Discover potential solutions using market design principles to address inequalities.
Liquid democracy, with its promise of empowered voters and efficient decision-making, faces unexpected challenges. Discover why delegation can lead to worse outcomes than traditional voting methods, and how psychological biases can undermine even the best intentions.
Discover how identifying and supporting 'supercompliers' can revolutionize social welfare programs, leading to better outcomes and smarter allocation of public funds. Learn about this cutting-edge approach to maximizing the impact of job training and more.
Explore the balance between individual strategies and collective well-being in public decision-making. Discover how understanding preference types can lead to more trustworthy and efficient social choices.
Is your vote truly making a difference? Explore the Impossibility Theorem, which unveils the surprising challenges in designing voting systems that are both efficient and fair.
Explore the potential of instant runoff voting (IRV) to bridge political divides. Learn how this system encourages moderation and reduces the chances of extreme candidates winning, promoting a more balanced political landscape.
