Contact UsSearch
Click for Search Instructions
Home > Get Involved

Submission BURGESS-0624 (Online)

Submission By Thomas Burgess
AddressSooke, BC, Canada
Organization
Date20040614
CategoryElectoral system change
Abstract
I favour MMP with non-constituency seats making up no more than 35% of the total seats, with a threshold of 5%. We should try to find ways to make the selection process for party representatives more inclusive and effective. [1 page]

Submission Content
 

I am writing to express my support for a change in the way in which we elect our provincial representatives.

I am in favour of a Mixed Proportional Representation [MMP] system, as I belive this will provide us with much more effective representation in the legislature. I anticipate that the currently smaller parties will be able to win seats in the house. This should result in a much broader representation of public views, encourage greater cooperation between parties and reduce the highly competitive relations and acrimony currently being displayed. I believe that British Columbians have grown weary of the ping-pong politics of the past 40 years. It is long past time for a change to a more inclusive and effective system.

If we can change to a Mixed Proportional Representation system, I belive we will see much greater involvement in the election process by all our citizens, and most importantly, by our youngest citizens.

If we can put an MMP system in place, we should limit the assignment of non-constituency seats to only those parties winning a minimum of 5% of the popular vote. Non-constituency seats should make up no more than 35% of the total seats in the House. We should also try to find ways to make the selection procesp for Party representatives more inclusive and effective.

I appreciate this opportunity to express my views on this very important matter. I am also very appreciative of all the work of the members of the Citizens' Assembly. I commend you all for your efforts.

© 2003 Citizens' Assembly on Electoral ReformSite powered by levelCMSSite Map | Privacy Policy