Submission BANDCROFT-0599 (Online)
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Submission By | Janine Bandcroft |
Address | Victoria, BC, Canada |
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Date | 20040609 |
Category | Electoral system change |
Abstract
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MMP offers all voters an opportunity to vote for people, and for
the party policies they believe in. It'd be especially democratic
if we, rather than the parties, can create the list of candidates
who may be chosen to represent us. [1 page]
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Submission Content
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Thank you for the time and energy you're investing in examining
various forms of electoral systems.
I feel Mixed Member Proportional Representation [MMP] is
the most democratic option.
Mixed Pro Rep offers all British Columbians an opportunity to vote
for people, and for the party policies they believe in. It'd be
especially democratic if we, rather than the political parties, can
create the list of candidates who may be chosen to represent us.
The example in New Zealand has resulted in a dramatic increase in
participation from women and native peoples.
Again, thanks for your efforts to promote
democracy.
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