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I still think the cap on the number of representatives is the problem. The current number of 535 should be more like 10,000+ considering the current population
by snarfy 11y ago
I still think the cap on the number of representatives is the problem. The current number of 535 should be more like 10,000+ considering the current population size. This would also solve gerrymandering and help with the money problem.
- a3n 11y agoYeahbut, the building won't hold 10,000 members.
- bobwaycott 11y agoSounds like a good opportunity to create some jobs and score points with the electorate. :)
- lyschoening 11y agoIt could/should be a bit more, yes, but you also have thousands of representatives in the state governments and that isn't working out much better with respect to gerrymandering. The advantage with the mixed-member system is that you get to elect both a representative and a party, so even if you don't end up getting the representative you've hoped for your vote still matters.