Schulze (Clerk) is a voting method used to determine the winner in elections, particularly in situations with multiple candidates. It is based on ranked preferences, where voters rank candidates in order of their choice. The method focuses on pairwise comparisons, assessing how each candidate fares against others based on voters' rankings. The Schulze method identifies the strongest paths of support between candidates, ensuring that the most preferred candidate is chosen. This approach helps to minimize the impact of tactical voting and provides a fairer outcome by considering the overall preferences of the electorate.