With the electoral system as is, it discourages voter
participation. Many votes are "wasted" when a large percentage of
votes go to a party but the party recieves only a few seats or no
seats at all. This is not democratic.
The system I would like to see is Proportional Representation,
specifically Mixed Member Proportional [MMP]. I believe this system
would really cultivate more meaning and interest in politics here
in BC. People would have a better chance of being properly
represented. This system is already being used in over 70 countries
and it has been proven to work well. Pro Rep creates more
cooperative governments and long-term stability and vision.
I think electoral reform is badly needed and that low voter
turn-out, apathy and general public frustration will continue if
our system does not move to Pro Rep.
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