Collaboration and representation are two key values I would like to see in our electoral system. Collaboration by those elected to govern requires removal of incentives to be working towards the next election and responding to financial pressure (eg: donors who support campaigns) to allow for honest work across either party or individual perspectives. Proportional representation systems would be a step in the right direction; removing parties would also help, so that we could vote for individuals instead of feeling torn about voting 'strategically'. It's probably wise to not choose an overly complicated voting system, in order to not discourage voting, however I think we are all better able to adapt and learn than we give ourselves credit for sometimes. Ensuring that marginalized and underrepresented groups have their voices heard is also important to me.
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