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submitted 1 year ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]
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When I think of the next federal election, I get a feeling of hopelessness. I feel like we're screwed no matter what.

Without any hope of electoral reform, I wonder if we can instead use the tools we have better.

Independents running always seems like a long shot. The cards are stacked against them. But would it be possible to make it easier for them?

One of my thoughts would be to use technology. Create a platform for people to engage with their local riding, stripped of obvious party association. And not pay-to-play for candidates.

Does an idea like that have merit? Do you have any other ideas?

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[–] [email protected] 10 points 1 year ago (1 children)

The vast majority of voters will not research candidates before voting. You have to reach them via marketing.

You can't fund that without money. Especially against existing parties that have built up brand awareness over the years.

The best way to impact the real results is to join the party closest to your goals, and then organize/vote internally on policy. Given how few people involve themselves in this process your individual impact is much more significant.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Internal policy is a way to build internal engagement. It isn't binding. By all means, get involved, and try to push ideas that you think will help, but aim to get local candidates interested in your issues. That will be more effective than getting rank-and-file volunteers to vote for a motion.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

Just because it isn't binding doesn't mean it doesn't influence choices. It still has a far larger impact than the general vote. Also getting involved in internal policy will almost guarantee you get exposure to local candidates.