I would love to see BC adopt a mixed member
proportional representation [MMP] system! Besides simply
being a 'more fair' way to translate votes into seats in
government, I am very much in favour of the side-effects of
proportional representation: more equal representation of women and
minorities in government (resulting in more attention for women's
and minority issues, including poverty), less regional
fragmentation and less voter apathy (why would a Green supporter in
the interior bother voting under the current system?), and of
course, smaller majorities and more vibrant opposition in the
Legislature.
A pro rep system would also be a personal thrill for me, as I've
voted for unlikely candidates in every election since I could vote
and would really appreciate voting without the sensation of wasting
my time.
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