Proportional Representation Gives You Power

For far too long Canadians have suffered under the destructive nature of First Past the Post, an electoral system that divides citizens into two disparate groups: the few with power and the many without.

This inequality splits along partisan lines, creating an underclass of Canadians without the means of effecting political change. Even though the members of this class are not always the same, the fact this class exists at all is an affront to political equality.

That’s where ‘Equal People, Equal Power’ comes in.

It’s a simple statement but it captures our belief that political equality should extend further than just the right to vote. In a democracy, equality should also guarantee every citizen the power that comes with political representation.

In particular, we’re referring to voting power, an MP’s ability to vote on legislation.

In advocating for equal access to voting power, we argue all citizens have a right to political representation that acts on their behalf. Doing so would give every Canadian an equal opportunity to act in parliament and bring about the change they wish to see in the world.

That’s the basis for democratic equality and it can be achieved through proportional representation.

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Equal Power consists of a small group of volunteers dedicated to promoting proportional representation in Canada. While our group is new to the electoral reform scene, we believe our message embodies the core progressive value of equality and are looking to create a community of supporters that will join us in advocating for an electoral system in which Canadians can vote their hopes, instead of their fears.