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AlolanVulpixMEnglish · 1 year ago

Simple things you can do, to grow the proportional representation movement—so we never have to vote for the lesser of the evils, have a two party system, "split the vote", or strategic vote

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Simple things you can do, to grow the proportional representation movement—so we never have to vote for the lesser of the evils, have a two party system, "split the vote", or strategic vote

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 4 days ago

How Canada Keeps the Conservatives Shut Out of Power

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How Canada Keeps the Conservatives Shut Out of Power

Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 4 days ago

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 6 days ago

Harmeet Nanner: Justin Trudeau feared proportional representation, but the countries using his preferred electoral systems are where fears have become reality

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Harmeet Nanner: Justin Trudeau feared proportional representation, but the countries using his preferred electoral systems are where fears have become reality

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 6 days ago

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 2 months ago

If the BC Liberals returned, first-past-the-post puts the BC NDP or BC Conservatives close to a majority with 34% support, while the Liberals win just one seat with 15%.

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If the BC Liberals returned, first-past-the-post puts the BC NDP or BC Conservatives close to a majority with 34% support, while the Liberals win just one seat with 15%.

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 2 months ago

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 3 months ago

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.

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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.

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 3 months ago

Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 3 months ago

Alberta's problems are exacerbated by first-past-the-post

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Alberta's problems are exacerbated by first-past-the-post

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 3 months ago

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 3 months ago

When politicians win majorities without a majority of the vote, they can change rules to suit themselves and limit transparency.

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When politicians win majorities without a majority of the vote, they can change rules to suit themselves and limit transparency.

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 3 months ago

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 4 months ago

Denmark's election shows that proportional representation works

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Denmark's election shows that proportional representation works

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 4 months ago

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Cows Look Like Maps@sh.itjust.worksEnglish · 4 months ago

Avi Lewis’s pledge to make proportional representation the NDP’s one demand says he is serious about PR

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Avi Lewis’s pledge to make proportional representation the NDP’s one demand says he is serious about PR

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Cows Look Like Maps@sh.itjust.worksEnglish · 4 months ago

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 4 months ago

Avi Lewis's pledge to make proportional representation the NDP's one demand says he is serious about PR

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Avi Lewis's pledge to make proportional representation the NDP's one demand says he is serious about PR

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 4 months ago

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 4 months ago

If our system rewards broad support, politicians must listen to more people.

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If our system rewards broad support, politicians must listen to more people.

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 4 months ago

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 4 months ago

Whether it's disallowance or the notwithstanding clause, first-past-the-post puts “nuclear options” in the hands of politicians who don't represent large parts of the country.

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Whether it's disallowance or the notwithstanding clause, first-past-the-post puts “nuclear options” in the hands of politicians who don't represent large parts of the country.

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 4 months ago

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 4 months ago

The 2026 World Happiness Report is out, and the pattern is clear. Countries with proportional representation rank at the top.

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The 2026 World Happiness Report is out, and the pattern is clear. Countries with proportional representation rank at the top.

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 4 months ago

Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 4 months ago

In the UK, a party can come close to a majority with just 25% of the vote.

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In the UK, a party can come close to a majority with just 25% of the vote.

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 4 months ago

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 4 months ago

What would it take for NDP support in a Liberal minority?

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What would it take for NDP support in a Liberal minority?

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 4 months ago

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 4 months ago

Far right One Nation is surging in Australia and closing in on majority territory.

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Far right One Nation is surging in Australia and closing in on majority territory.

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 4 months ago

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 5 months ago

BCNDP Opposes Proportional Representation in Practice

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BCNDP Opposes Proportional Representation in Practice

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 5 months ago

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 5 months ago

BC NDP-Green deal is over, but support for action on electoral reform is stronger than ever

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BC NDP-Green deal is over, but support for action on electoral reform is stronger than ever

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Sunshine@piefed.caMEnglish · 5 months ago

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The LevellerEnglish · 6 months ago

Rob, Raw: The Leveller Interview with NDP Leadership Candidate Rob Ashton

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Rob, Raw: The Leveller Interview with NDP Leadership Candidate Rob Ashton

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Sunshine (she/her)English · 7 months ago

This subplot may not be answered until 2028

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This subplot may not be answered until 2028

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