The 'Simplification' of the Italian Political System and the Amendment of the Law on the Election of Members of the European Parliament
Are you already subscribed?
Login to check
whether this content is already included on your personal or institutional subscription.
Abstract
The text deals with the following topics: proportional voting system culture and Law No. 18 of 1979 on the election of members of the European Parliament representing Italy; the transformation of the political party system and the change in the direction of a majority electoral systems of the Chambers; the 2008 elections and the 'simplification' of the political system; Law No. 10 of 2009: the need to consolidate the process of 'simplification' of the political system; the introduction of the clause barring election to the European Parliament of candidates of political parties obtaining less than 4% of the total popular vote.
