What is policy voting?

Policy voting - usually called "programmatic" voting means that voters vote according the policies or programs favored by candidates or parties. read more

The electoral college does not vote on policies. The electoralcollege performs only one function. It elects the president of theUnited States. read more

Electoral choices that are made on basis of the voters' policy preferences and on the basis of where the candidates stand on policy issues. Electoral College A unique American institution, created by the Constitution, providing for the selection of the president by electors chosen by the state parties. read more

Policy voting - usually called"programmatic" voting means that voters vote according the policies or programs favored by candidates or parties. It is most often contrasted with"clientelistic" voting which is voting for a candidate or party because of favors or benefits (e.g jobs as in a spoils system) the voter expects to receive. read more