The first-past-the-post (FPTP) electoral system is a remnant of
the 19th century. FPTP was meant for a two-party political system.
The first-past-the-post system is not suitable for BC because we in
BC currently support more then two political parties.
Recent elections have made all too clear that BC requires an
electoral system that will deal with the fact that BC has evolved
into a multi-party system.
Personally I believe that the MMP electoral system used in
countries such as New Zealand and Germany is the best system for
multi-party political systems.
Also, I would suggest a small improvement to the MMP system that
would make it even more suitable for our multi-party political
system. Under the MMP system, constituency seats should be
allocated through the use of the alternate vote (AV). AV or the
"instant runoff vote" ensures that constituency representatives are
supported by the majority of the people in their respective
constituencies.
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