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On the Philosophy of Group Decision Methods I: The Non-obviousness of Majority Rule

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  • Risse, Mathias

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Majority rule is often adopted almost by default as a group decision rule. One might think, therefore, that the conditions under which it applies, and the argument on its behalf, are well-understood. However, the standard arguments in support of majority rule display systematic deficiencies. This article explores these weaknesses, and assesses what can be said on behalf of majority rule.

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  • Risse, Mathias, 2008. "On the Philosophy of Group Decision Methods I: The Non-obviousness of Majority Rule," Working Paper Series rwp08-064, Harvard University, John F. Kennedy School of Government.
    • Handle: RePEc:ecl:harjfk:rwp08-064
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