Spanish Electoral Data on Open Lists and Voter Error

This dataset supports replication of an analysis on the effects of open-list electoral systems on voter turnout and error rates in Spain. The data was authored by Leonardo Carella and is associated with a 2026 publication in Electoral Studies. Specific details on row count, column count, and data structure are not provided in the input.

Use Cases

• Replicate the analysis of voter error rates under open-list electoral systems as described in the associated 2026 study.
• Examine the relationship between electoral system design and voter turnout using the data and code provided.
• Validate the statistical findings on voter behavior in Spanish elections presented in the replication package.

Strengths

• Data is directly linked to a peer-reviewed academic publication in Electoral Studies.
• The associated study provides a specific temporal context with a 2026 publication date.
• The replication package includes both data and code, facilitating reproducibility.

Limitations

• The input provides no information on the dataset's size, structure, or specific variables, limiting initial assessment.
• The description notes this is a 'Preliminary replication package,' which may indicate the data is not final.
• Geographic coverage is limited to Spain, restricting generalizability to other political contexts.

Provenance

Source

Harvard Dataverse, as part of a replication package for an academic study.

Collection Method

Data and code compiled for replicating the analysis in the associated 2026 Electoral Studies article.

Time Range

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Freshness

The dataset was last updated on February 6, 2026.

Geography

Spain