Proportional representation in the United States

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Proportional representation (PR) in the United States refers to the multi-winner proportional electoral systems currently used in several cities and in the Democratic and Republican presidential primary processes. Cities began adopting PR in the 1910s during the Progressive Era. Historically, PR elected Black candidates in an era defined by Jim Crow laws. PR was gradually repealed in the mid 20th century largely due to backlash to racial and minority political party representation. Since the 2010s, several electoral reform groups have advocated for the use of proportional representation to elect member of Congress, instead of the current winner-take-all plurality system. PR advocates often see proportional electoral reform as a way to achieve more representation for women and African Americans in Congress, a way to depolarize the American political system, and a way to increase political participation and turnout. Opponents often claim ranked systems, such as STV, are unfair or confusing...

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