I would actually like that idea, but realistically the best option would be a direct democracy, at least then we can completely blame voters if something goes wrong. This is why though that sort of system would never reach mass adoption, Brexit even though the Conservatives stabbed us in the back proved that on individual issues people are not necessarily divided entirely by party lines.
I bet you if they had a referendum on immigration targets the politicians would be fucking shocked at what they find.
I think representative democracy is convenient and useful but my preferred system for MPs would be a hybrid where you can vote on issues or you can choose someone to represent you, chosen by continuous votes of confidence rather than periodic elections. MPs get a number of votes based on how many people they represent, and only MPs with >x% confidence get to vote or propose issues, so it would still encourage building coalitions of interest and a not-ridiculous number of MPs. You would be able to veto your representative on any individual issue which reduces their confidence % at that point, which if it drops below the threshold undoes their vote.
Also non tax payers should not be allowed to vote on any funding or tax proposals.
I would actually like that idea, but realistically the best option would be a direct democracy, at least then we can completely blame voters if something goes wrong. This is why though that sort of system would never reach mass adoption, Brexit even though the Conservatives stabbed us in the back proved that on individual issues people are not necessarily divided entirely by party lines.
I bet you if they had a referendum on immigration targets the politicians would be fucking shocked at what they find.
I think representative democracy is convenient and useful but my preferred system for MPs would be a hybrid where you can vote on issues or you can choose someone to represent you, chosen by continuous votes of confidence rather than periodic elections. MPs get a number of votes based on how many people they represent, and only MPs with >x% confidence get to vote or propose issues, so it would still encourage building coalitions of interest and a not-ridiculous number of MPs. You would be able to veto your representative on any individual issue which reduces their confidence % at that point, which if it drops below the threshold undoes their vote.
Also non tax payers should not be allowed to vote on any funding or tax proposals.