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EPISODE · Oct 21, 2025 · 20 MIN

Understanding Electoral Systems: First Past the Post vs. Proportional Representation

from Connecting the Community · host Marj Andre

In this podcast, Marj Andre interviews Wendy Morihovitis, a retired mechanical engineer and volunteer with Fair Vote Canada. They discuss the importance of electoral reform in Canada, focusing on the first past the post system and its shortcomings. Wendy explains the concept of proportional representation and its benefits, including better representation and reduced polarization. The conversation also touches on the impact of false majorities and policy lurch, emphasizing the need for grassroots advocacy to push for change in the electoral system.   Please reach out to Wendy at [email protected] Here's their web site Fair Vote Canada - Proportional Representation

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