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You're assuming those in power want to increase enfranchisement.
by Touche 6y ago
You're assuming those in power want to increase enfranchisement.
- Fjolsvith 6y agoSo neither party wants to increase enfranchisement?
- Touche 6y agoParties want to increase enfranchisement when they are in a position to gain from it. Once they've gained power they usually no longer need the help that increased enfranchisement would provide (survivorship bias). This is the same problem that prevents fixing many problems in government, like underrepresentation due to the 2-party system. Those in power want to maintain the status quo.