Could Trump win under a Proportional System?

The video explores the limitations of the two-party system in the US and considers how a proportional representation system, like that of the Netherlands, could change American politics. It breaks down the potential impact on US political factions, seat allocation, and coalition formation. The discussion includes the spoiler effect and the potential for increased ideological diversity with a multiparty system. The video concludes with a debate on whether proportional representation would truly benefit American politics.

What is a key limitation of the first-past-the-post electoral system?

• It guarantees representation for all parties.

• It is only used in the United States.

• It often does not reflect the overall preferences of voters.

• It always results in a coalition government.

How does the Dutch proportional representation system allocate seats?

• Through a lottery system.

• By giving more seats to larger parties automatically.

• By awarding a seat for every 150th of the popular vote.

• Based on the number of candidates each party has.

In the proposed American proportional system, which party is considered the kingmaker?

• The Green Party

• The Libertarian Party

• The Republican Party

• The Democratic Party

What is one potential advantage of a proportional representation system?

• It eliminates the need for elections.

• It limits the spoiler effect.

• It reduces the influence of smaller parties.

• It ensures a single-party government.

What is a potential outcome of having more legitimate parties in a proportional system?

• A return to a two-party system.

• A decrease in voter turnout.

• More ideological diversity in political discourse.

• Increased focus on dramatic media coverage.

What is a major flaw of the American electoral system according to the transcript?

• It is too similar to the Dutch system.

• It inevitably results in two major parties.

• It leads to a multi-party system.

• It allows for too many independent candidates.

What is a common feature of democracies worldwide, as mentioned in the transcript?

• They all use proportional representation.

• They have two major parties holding power.

• They have no political parties.

• They frequently change their electoral systems.