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Originally Posted by fotze
But this issue puzzles me, can't believe people think we should subsidize political parties, especially if you yourself do not donate to them. Cannot see the democrazy strenghthening argument at all. You really think that we should pay political parties? I just can't believe it. and I'm sure the other side thinks the same thing. Its weird.
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Well when you put it like that
I just don't know how we can really have a fair process without the parties having some sort of equalized fund to dip into. Alternatively, as other people have suggested, by limiting the total private donation amount to $200 (even $100), and eliminating the tax break, I think we can reach a happy medium. Under those restrictions, I would support removing the current per vote scheme.
Anyways, glad to see the conservatives backing off. Other than this blatant attempt to advantage themselves, the rest of their economic plan is digestible and should not cause an election or coalition to form.