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Hyperfein_transition t1_j7ny9uj wrote

Reply to comment by Tullyswimmer in New Hampshire Lawmakers Refine Cannabis Legalization Plan, With Vote Expected Soon by OregonTripleBeam

Sununu won the most recent election by 57%. Meanwhile, 74% of NH residents are in favor of marijuana legalization. He is absolutely subverting the will of the majority.

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FloridaVapes t1_j7nzp34 wrote

You’re thinking like a single issue voter with that statement.

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drewshaver t1_j7o82pi wrote

It's almost like our system of voting is fundamentally flawed or something

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FloridaVapes t1_j7obvi4 wrote

I didn’t say it wasn’t. I’m not a fan of our two-party system whatsoever. It polarizes nuanced issues far too much and reduces the chances of enacting actual change in policy. My point is that comparing the percentage of overall votes for a candidate and their constituents’ percentage of support for a single issue is pointless and only serves to create more polarization.

We could also compare Sununu’s 57% victory to NH residents’ support for abortion, constitutional carry laws, tax policies, or anything else.

The answer to deciding individual issues is public referendums to the state constitutional amendments. Our ability to change our state laws should not be blockaded by any party.

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jdkeith t1_j7pn9it wrote

It is, ideally there'd be a way to have representative voting on issues, but that's logistically a lot harder so you get package deals and parties.

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