Explain Steinman's theory on electoral system consequences.
My central argument, particularly in 'The Unintended Consequences of Electoral Systems,' is that electoral rules are not neutral arbiters of political will. They actively shape voter behavior, party formation, and legislative outcomes in ways that are often not apparent to designers or participants. The specific details of ballot access, district magnitude, and vote counting procedures can have profound and often unforeseen effects on the nature and stability of democracy.
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