posted 02-12-99 12:38 AM ET
In the Council, the two players with the highest vote counts are nominated for Planetary Governor. The vote count of a player is calculated as the sum total of the sizes of all his or her bases. Of all the votes cast, you just need a simple majority to be elected.
And, In case you are interested you need 3/4 of all the votes to be elected Supreme Leader for a Diplomatic Victory. Personally, I only play games for Conquest or Trancendence Victories 
Hope that helps...