How Open are Party Lists in OLPR? New Evidence from Brazil

• In Event: Electoral Systems and Intraparty Competition

Brief Overview

Brazilian OLPR system is known for its large districts, party fragmentation, and personal vote, which should lead to intense intraparty disputes. Yet, votes’ distribution within party lists is concentrated, suggesting less competition than expected.

Authors

• George Avelino, FGV (Fundação Getulio Vargas)

• Arthur Fisch, Fundação Getúlio Vargas (FGV)

• Ivan Osmo Mardegan, FGV