Brian Minielly makes a case for proportional representation to combat the constant competition and "winning" mindset he argues is standing between Canadians and logical solutions to what ails us.
Well said. Many of our problems are indeed the result of policy decisions, or the lack of political will to make decisions, both of which are flawed by the short-term drive to stay in (or gain) power.
What a great letter, Brian, on such an important topic! I'm volunteering for the Fair Vote Canada awareness raising campaign (dropping off door hangers in Owen Sound). If you or any other readers of The Current are persuaded of the importance of this topic and have time to drop off some door hangers on your street, please contact me. Just post a note to this message and I'll get in touch with you. Many thanks, Shawna Macivor
Thinking about proportional representation is healthy way to train our political muscle; It would force us to take in the realities others see , others whose vote counts. As Brian mentions the situation is too complex as to be understood as a binary choice between two party packages complete with slogans and promises;
Well said. Many of our problems are indeed the result of policy decisions, or the lack of political will to make decisions, both of which are flawed by the short-term drive to stay in (or gain) power.
What a great letter, Brian, on such an important topic! I'm volunteering for the Fair Vote Canada awareness raising campaign (dropping off door hangers in Owen Sound). If you or any other readers of The Current are persuaded of the importance of this topic and have time to drop off some door hangers on your street, please contact me. Just post a note to this message and I'll get in touch with you. Many thanks, Shawna Macivor
Thinking about proportional representation is healthy way to train our political muscle; It would force us to take in the realities others see , others whose vote counts. As Brian mentions the situation is too complex as to be understood as a binary choice between two party packages complete with slogans and promises;