We do need to take another look at electoral reforms, differently

Our electoral system can be improved. But rather than indulging the fallacies of tradition or novelty, we need to understand what Canadians really want out of the electoral process.

FREDERICTON, N.B.—There are two common fallacies that need to be avoided when working in public policy. The first is the belief that "it is old, therefore it is better." The second is the belief that "it is new, therefore it is better." While tradition and novelty both have their attraction...

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