In the framework of the provision of one pure public good, we characterize the class of strategy-proof voting schemes …

A voting scheme assigns to each profile of alternatives chosen by "n" individuals a compromise alternative. Here the … strictly convex norm, common to all agents. A voting scheme is strategy-proof, if voting for one's best point is an optimal …

In this paper we prove that for generic (non cooperative) voting games under plurality rule an equilibrium that induces …

characteristics to others. The model is one of rational voting and generates the following predictions: (i) The paradox of not voting … does not arise, because the benefit of voting does not vanish with population size. (ii) Turnout in elections is positively … related to the size of the local community and the importance of social interactions. (iii) Voting may exhibit bandwagon …

characteristics to others. The model is one of rational voting and generates the following predictions: (i) The paradox of not voting … does not arise, because the benefit of voting does not vanish with population size. (ii) Turnout in elections is positively … related to the size of the local community and the importance of social interactions. (iii) Voting may exhibit bandwagon …

Voting Power Indices enable the analysis of the distribution of power in a legislature or voting body in which …

, and payoff and information structures. We discuss implications for the efficiency of democracy, voting, lobbying … voting. Under influence, these decisions can become inefficient. Therefore, the market for policies may be more likely to …