All democracies have a big problem...

they are based on voting sytems from the 19th or 18th century. things that made sense then for logistic reasons could easily be overcome today.

but noone in power in any country wants to modernize these flawed systems... cause why would you change a system that put you into power anyway. this is true for all political sides, and one of the main reasons why people loose their faith into politics.

anyone who calls themself a democrat (and i dont mean the political party from the usa here) cannot possibly support systems like we are using them.

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Cierzo · M

All democracies have a serious problem, that a large proportion of voters:
a) Either vote thinking of their personal or corporate interests, not what is best for the country, or

b) They vote for candidates and programs that have been approved by financial and corporate powers and defend their interests. Not all of them to the same extent, but no real change may come from the ballot box.