When our government was first formed over two hundred years ago, it was clear the people would need representatives who they must trust to make decisions of law and policy for them. By the time the representatives could properly consult with their constituents about the matters at hand, it may be too late. In the age of modern communications however, this need to find a representative with sound judgment is not as vital. You can now reasonably consider other systems.

For example, instead of voting for a person, you can vote for a committee, which then makes all decisions and tells its representative how to vote. Instead of trusting some bright-faced newcomer, you could vote for the Republican Party itself. This is similar to the party system found in other countries, except you have the choice of voting for an individual if you choose. If a party or committee is elected, they can switch their representative at any time and for any reason. Voters will have to make sure to check out the bylaws of the committee before voting for it. Any group of people can form their own board and publish their own laws on how the board is elected and how much leeway it has in changing its mind in regard to its fundamental principles, and then have that board run for local office.

People have and deserve the right to vote for an individual who they trust to change his mind on fundamental issues or even party affiliation when the need arises. They shouldn't be forced to do so however. This system gives them the option. It is the best of both worlds.

I first posted this idea 7/7/2002.

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