I am in favour of Mixed Proportional Representation
[MMP] as the most democratic method of voting for
government.
I believe that it is important to be able to vote both for the
individual who best represents one's interests, concerns and goals
as well as the party that best represents these attributes. While
these may be embodied within the same individual it is not
neccessarily the case.
I appreciate that the diversity of opninions and values that an
elected assembly is likely to represent under such a sytem can make
it difficult to arrive at decisions, however it is not impossible
and their are examples of this type of electoral system being
implemented effectively.
This is a critical opportunity for our province to align itself
with the modern democratic systems across the globe and I trust
that you will take this responsibility seriously and not let
partisan concerns or the fear of unknowns affect your
responsibility or judgement.
I thank you for your leadership in this important matter.
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