Hare system

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The objection against the Hare system is not so much that it is not suitable to present conditions as that it will speedily bring about altered conditions.

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

I consider," said he, "the Hare system preferable to that of competing lists.

From Proportional Representation A Study in Methods of Election by Humphreys, John H.

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)

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)

Hare system may be criticised from two points of view; first, as applied to the conditions prevailing when it is introduced, and, secondly, as regards the new conditions it would bring about.

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