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Economics

The Dynamics of Coalition Formation in Parliamentary Systems

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In many parliamentary systems, governments are rarely formed by a single party; for example, in Germany, coalitions have been the norm since 1949, with the 'grand coalition' of the two largest parties being a recurring outcome.

Why this is interesting

What happens when no single party wins a parliamentary majority? The result is often a delicate dance of negotiation that can make or break a government.