AN OPEN MIND

The following letter to the editor, from Assembly member Linda Dorey, appeared in The Vancouver Sun on Saturday August 12, 2004:

Electoral assembly member has an open mind

Re: Lineup of assembly speakers favours change 8-1, Vaughn Palmer, Aug. 12:

As a member of the Citizens' Assembly on Electoral Reform I take issue with Vaughn Palmer's contention that members would not dedicate themselves to the work of the assembly if they did not think the system needed fixing.
I had no particular dissatisfaction with the current system, but I became involved because I believe strongly in my responsibility to vote and to be informed about politics in British Columbia.
I thought the Assembly would be a unique and interesting experience and that I might be able to make a modest contribution to my province.
In the decision-making process, I will be guided by the opinions expressed by many British Columbians and my new-found knowledge of electoral systems -- not by personal preconceived notions.
LINDA DOREY
Coquitlam