For voters with "social" preferences, the expected utility of voting is approximately independent of the size of the … rational socially-motivated voting has a feedback mechanism that stabilizes turnout at reasonable levels (e.g., 50% of the …

We study the properties of the group-based model of voting in elections with more than two candidates. We consider two … equilibria under both rules and identify the features of an election that favor different types of voting behavior: either … sincere voting or coordination behind a limited number of candidates. Comparing plurality and majority runoff, we find that …

voting and implementing term limits. We find that an approval voting system reduces the distortions by 7.5 percent. Term …

We study optimal policy experimentation by a committee. We consider a dynamic bargaining game in which committee … equilibrium that supports optimal experimentation for any voting rule without veto players. With veto players, however, optimal …

The paper studies a simple voting system that has the potential to increase the power of minorities without sacrificing … majority, and the aggregate payoffs all match the theory …

This paper shows how unilateral liberalization in one country can increase the voting support for reciprocal reduction … equilibrium (a self-enforcing state) that is consistent with majority voting in both countries …

intertemporally when deliberations are taken by vote in periodic committee meetings …