Harvard's Maskin: Fixing Flawed U.S. Election Rules

The video discusses the historical context of vote splitting in elections, using examples like the 1800 revolution and recent Republican primaries. It highlights the challenges of vote splitting, which often leads to extreme candidates winning due to divided mainstream votes. Proposed solutions aim to allow more candidates without splitting votes, encouraging compromise. The video also addresses the importance of engaging young voters by presenting candidates they can support. It compares international electoral systems, highlighting Australia's preferential voting as a better alternative.

What example does the text provide of a candidate who declined to run due to concerns about vote splitting?

What is the electoral system used in Australia that is mentioned in the text?