Post by Kiwi Frontline on Jul 29, 2020 4:53:15 GMT 12
NATIONAL BLOCKS MOVE THAT WOULD ALLOW MĀORI VOTERS TO SWITCH ELECTORAL ROLLS MORE FREELY
National has blocked a move that will allow Māori to more frequently switch between electoral rolls over fears of "manipulation", despite the Electoral Commission saying it would be a good idea.
National spokesperson on electoral reform Nick Smith said allowing for frequent switching would open up the possibility of strategic voting.
"In our view, it would be open to manipulation," he said.....
www.tvnz.co.nz/one-news/new-zealand/national-blocks-move-would-allow-m-ori-voters-switch-electoral-rolls-more-freely
National has blocked a move that will allow Māori to more frequently switch between electoral rolls over fears of "manipulation", despite the Electoral Commission saying it would be a good idea.
National spokesperson on electoral reform Nick Smith said allowing for frequent switching would open up the possibility of strategic voting.
"In our view, it would be open to manipulation," he said.....
www.tvnz.co.nz/one-news/new-zealand/national-blocks-move-would-allow-m-ori-voters-switch-electoral-rolls-more-freely