Proportional representation would put B.C. in step with the rest of the planet
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ELECTORAL REFORM is a natural evolution for us. We already live in a proportional representation world. How so?
Under FPTP, one vote gets skewed to be worth more than it is, as in 39 per cent of the votes get 54 per cent of the seats and 100 per cent of the power. Proportional Representation keeps the percentages where they are — no skewing.
Where is PR in our everyday world? Everywhere. One example: If you live in a strata/condo complex, the vote cast by the owner of the penthouse carries just as much weight as the ground floor studio unit. No skewing. Let’s say someone in the complex wants to put in gravel so there’s no landscaping bill. Someone else wants a rose garden and a third wants daisies and pansies for the hummingbirds and bees. What do they do?
They all want to protect their real estate investment and they still have to ride the elevator together. They negotiate, compromise, discuss, respect other points of view and arrive at a mutually agreeable solution. It takes longer but it keeps more residents happier for a longer time.
