Smallest party in coalition could win election.
The Italian government is talking about changing how elections work. Forza Italia supports the change. The Democratic Party (PD) says it will fight against the new rules.
The proposed reform, put forward by Forza Italia, includes a ‘prezzo’ or bonus for the second-largest party. This bonus would be given even if that party didn't get the most votes. The Lega party already approved the idea. The PD leader, Schlein, believes this could change the balance of power in Italy. The amendment could give the second-largest party more seats in parliament.
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Highlights
Lega Supports Electoral Reform
The Lega party has agreed to support the new electoral system reform.
Fi Joins Support
The Forza Italia party also supports the electoral reform.
PD Opposes Changes
The Partito Democratico (PD) will resist the electoral changes.
Forza Italia Bonus
The amendment allows the second-largest party a ‘prezzo’ or bonus.
Potential Political Shift
This could change the number of seats for each party.