Reform #16: Make Proportional Representation More Democratic
Reform PR candidate selection through open party primaries and regional constituencies while maintaining constitutional inclusion requirements for marginalized communities.
Party leaders choose PR representatives without voter input, weakening democratic accountability while still needing to ensure inclusion for marginalized communities.
- 1Require parties to hold open primaries where members vote for PR candidates
- 2Create regional PR constituencies instead of single national list
- 3Add accountability measures with public reporting and recall provisions
- 4Keep constitutional quotas for marginalized communities as required
- 5Strengthen community input in PR candidate selection processes
Germany's system combines local accountability with proportional inclusion
New Zealand reformed party list processes to increase democratic input
Scotland's system maintains accountability while ensuring diverse representation
Constitutional amendment required for major changes
Immediate reforms through Election Commission regulations
Strengthen election commission authority for accountability enforcement
Build political consensus for deeper constitutional reforms
100% PR nominations through open party primaries
Regional representation for all PR constituencies
Enhanced accountability mechanisms for all MPs
Maintained constitutional inclusion requirements
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