by Keith » Thu Apr 14, 2011 1:04 pm
The key difference of opinion is, as previously mentioned, whether it is a democratic right or a democratic duty. I understand the 'duty' argument, I just don't agree with it, as I'm sure Posh and others will understand the 'right' argument, but don't agree with it.
The fundamental issue is one of why are politicians of all colour and at all levels, failing to engage and enthuse the electorate so that they want to vote? Why is our opinion of politicians is that they are self serving and despicable? Yes, the expenses scandals took opinion to an even lower level than before but it hadn't been high before then.
We need to somehow enthuse people so that they are interested. Otherwise, even forcing people to vote won't improve the outcomes. It doesn't matter who you vote for, the government always wins...
“Britain faces a simple and inescapable choice - stability and strong Government with me, or chaos with Ed Miliband: ".
David Cameron. May 4th 2015.
So how did that work out then?