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Strategic Voting and the Psychological Effects of Electoral Systems

Quick fact

In plurality elections with three or more candidates, a significant share of voters will vote for a second-choice candidate they believe has a better chance of winning, rather than their sincere favorite—a phenomenon that can change election outcomes.

Why this is interesting

You probably think your vote is your honest opinion—but in many elections, your best strategy is to vote for someone you don't actually like. Why would anyone do that?