Hare system

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This has already happened in Tasmania, where all experience goes to show that the Hare system is equivalent to compulsory plumping.

From Proportional Representation Applied To Party Government by Ashworth, T. R. (Thomas Ramsden)

Mr. Lecky appreciates so little the connection between the method of election and the splitting up into groups that he views without alarm the Hare system, which would still further develop groups.

From Proportional Representation Applied To Party Government by Ashworth, T. R. (Thomas Ramsden)

And as for the scheme for allowing separate delegation to a number of sections, which is advocated under the name of the Hare system, it would be absolutely fatal.

From Proportional Representation Applied To Party Government by Ashworth, T. R. (Thomas Ramsden)

Now, the advocates of the Hare system declare that each elector should have one effective vote only, no matter how many seats the party is entitled to.

From Proportional Representation Applied To Party Government by Ashworth, T. R. (Thomas Ramsden)

For, although the Hare system is not perfect, it does undoubtedly afford an opportunity for an absolutely fair representation.

From Proportional Representation Applied To Party Government by Ashworth, T. R. (Thomas Ramsden)