A system where all voters in a jurisdiction elect representatives for a given body defines a particular type of electoral process. Instead of dividing a region into smaller, geographically defined sections, the entire electorate participates in choosing each member of the representative group. An example would be a city council where all seats are filled by a vote involving every resident, rather than dividing the city into wards or districts, each electing its own representative.
This election method can lead to broader representation of diverse interests across the entire jurisdiction, as candidates must appeal to a wider range of voters. Historically, it was sometimes implemented or maintained to dilute the voting power of specific minority groups or to promote a sense of unity across a region. However, its impact can vary significantly depending on the specific demographics and political dynamics of the area in question.
