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Does voting tactically hurt democracy?

As a representative democracy the UK electorate only vote for their local candidate. In the last 20 years we have seen the rise of "tactical voting," - this was cited as one of the main reasons for Labour's landslide in '97. Do you believe tactical voting hurts our democracy?

Results ★

No - tactical voting is simply part of our political landscape.
81.82%
Yes - but it is an ugly necessity.
13.64%
Yes. It is unnecessary and stifles the chances of "mavericks"
4.55%

Does voting tactically hurt British Democracy?

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Total: 22
A.No - tactical voting is simply part of our political landscape.81.82 %18
B.Yes - but it is an ugly necessity.13.64 %3
C.Yes. It is unnecessary and stifles the chances of "mavericks" 4.55 %1
Stats until: 00:42 Tue 31st Dec 2024 (Refreshed every 5 minutes)