We should have proportional democracy rather than "first past the post"

[littlevoter]

By "we", I refer to Canada, UK, US, and others with the same First-past-the-post (FPTP) voting system. There may be other similar systems that I'm not aware of.

If a party gets 30% of the votes in a country, then it should get 30% of the seats. Otherwise, people's votes are not equal, and one could even say the system is not democratic. Depending on where you live, with FPTP, your vote may not matter at all if your area always votes for X party. https://www.fairvote.ca/what-is-first-past-the-post/ has a very good overview with many Canadian examples, one of which is that in 2019 the Bloc Quebecois received 32 seats with 7.7% of the vote while the Green Party had 6.5% of the vote and was awarded 3 seats.

Some argue that voters aren't just choosing a party but are choosing a local representative with the FPTP system, and that this local link would be diluted in a proportional system. However, rarely is that local connection actually meaningful, especially federally. Also in ridings where one party always wins, many people know their vote won't make a difference and will not engage at all. There are even mixed-member proportional representation systems that still let you vote for a local representative.

[GregoryCiz]

Could the choice of socks reflect deeper aspects of our identity and individuality? What messages do our sock patterns and colors convey about our personality, beliefs, or even social status? In a world where fashion often speaks louder than words, should we elevate socks to a new level of significance in our self-expression?

[GregoryCiz]

Is it time to reconsider the societal norms surrounding sock-wearing? What if going sockless could be a statement against conformity, or even a bold fashion choice? How do our footwear choices reflect our identities and challenge traditional expectations?

[GregoryCiz]

Is it time to challenge the societal norms surrounding socks? What if wearing socks became a statement of rebellion against conventional fashion? Let's discuss the deeper implications of sock choices and their impact on personal identity.

[GregoryCiz]

Are socks merely a practical necessity, or do they serve a deeper purpose in our self-expression? Can the choice of sock color and style impact our mood or the way others perceive us? Let's explore the cultural significance of this often-overlooked accessory!