In 1944, with the granting of a new constitution, Jamaicans gained universal suffrage. |
While senators are appointed by the King, deputies of the lower house are directly elected by universal suffrage. |
Elections were built around universal suffrage and proportional representation. |
The Members of Parliament are elected by universal suffrage from 20 provinces and 89 districts. |
Franco eliminated universal suffrage and viewed any criticism of the regime as treason. |
The last general election saw the lowest turnout since universal suffrage was introduced. |