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We speak of shared values, but most of Europe uses proportional representation while Canada still grants majority power with 30% to 40% of the vote. (media.piefed.ca)
submitted 5 months ago by to c/fairvote@lemmy.ca
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We won't be united on democracy until we adopt a system that ensures governments reflect a broad majority consensus.

A screenshot of a tweet from Mark Carney (@MarkJCarney). The text reads: Canada and Europe are united in our values of pluralism, the rule of law, and democracy. On Europe Day, we’re building on that foundation to forge new strategic partnerships, deepen our trade, and stand steadfast with Ukraine. In a more uncertain world, Canada and Europe are creating greater certainty, security, and prosperity on both sides of the Atlantic
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[–] [S] 1 point 5 months ago

Things like this are the reason why the current system was designed the way it was.

First-past-the-post was chosen to water down democracy to serve the elites as it’s incredibly confusing on how it works ie strategic voting.

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