The Political Implications of the Evolution of the Electoral System in Jordan

Abstract

This study highlights the impact of the electoral system on the nature of the political system and applying it to the Jordanian case. The study followed the systems-analysis approach as the development of the electoral systems becomes an input that triggers change in the political system environment. Especially, In regard to the representation and the power of the political parties, levels of political participation, woman representation, fairness of parliamentary representation and the conflict management within the political system. The study concluded that the pattern of the electoral system translates the orientations of the political system and the objectives it seeks to achieve. In addition, the reform of the political system necessitates the reform or change of the electoral system. In the Jordanian case, the electoral system has witnessed a notable development, especially in the laws of 2012 and 2016, but their contribution to the promotion of the democratic levels of the political system remains marginal.

Keywords: Electoral System, Elections, Political System, Political Implications, Democracy, Jordan.

DOI: 10.7176/JLPG/99-12

Publication date:July 31^st 2020