Mnementh said:
vivster said:
That is a normal risk in democracy as it's still based on humans. I'd rather have a more flexible democracy than a leader that clings to campaign promises despite changing circumstances.
Voting is only every 4 years. It's impractical to hold the same opinions as you had 4 years ago despite things changing. That's just stubborn and stupid. If it's a justified change of heart it's absolutely fine and you are free to vote for someone else next election. Merkel lost a good portion of her voters but the majority is still fine even with changing positions when it's necessary and founded.
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Yeah, that's why I want direct democracy. Parliament should make in legislation in most cases, but if the people disagree or want a legislation that the parliament refuses they can put it to a vote. It's working in Switzerland.
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Imo I find many people dont like direct democracy as they think the avg voter is stupid and uneducated which imo is an elitist statement.
I do think for major issues like Brexit or changing the constitution and such things there should be referendums.
Having leaders who get like 30% of the vote deciding such issues is far less democratic.
