How is runoff vote contrary to democracy?

The recent constitution amendments, especially the one with regards to a runoff election has caused much controversy over the few days. The loudest voices in the media are arguing that it represents a threat and an assault on the democratic process. I however fail to see the...
Posted On 12 Aug 2014
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Why the fuss about the run-off vote?

 I have been paying attention to the ongoing debate on the constitutional amendment and cannot understand the fuss about the run-off vote. From what I have read and heard, the amendment says that in any constituency in a general election if no one gets more than 50 per cent of...
Posted On 12 Aug 2014
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