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To think there needs to be a points strategy for voting.

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StarofWonderStarofLight · 29/01/2026 15:02

As we are all aware, there are some seriously concerning political views held by some of the nation.

In a bid to make sure that the vote is done fairly, and more substantiated by people with the intelligence to vote properly - I think it should be along the lines of this.

2 votings points to those who have completed university or a degree.
1 voting point to those who have completed GCSE of 3 C’s and above.
0.5 voting point to those with anything less than that.
0.25 voting point to members of society who have been convicted previously.

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minipie · 29/01/2026 17:33

If we’re going to have restrictions, I’d rather see people have to demonstrate that they have at least read the main parties’ manifestos (maybe by passing a short quiz?) before they are allowed to vote. That makes more sense and at least ensures the vote is somewhat informed.

Kirbert2 · 29/01/2026 17:33

Far too many people don't vote at all. We need to encourage everyone to use their vote.

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StarofWonderStarofLight · 29/01/2026 17:31

SnackQueen · 29/01/2026 17:30

So will you be eligible to 1 voting point or 0.5 voting points? I’m assuming the latter.

I’ll be entitled to 4 votes

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maydayjun · 29/01/2026 17:31

All we need to do is encourage everyone to actually use their vote.

SnackQueen · 29/01/2026 17:30

So will you be eligible to 1 voting point or 0.5 voting points? I’m assuming the latter.

SomedayIllBeSaturdayNight · 29/01/2026 17:28

One person one vote - seems fine to me, let's stick with that.

Everlore · 29/01/2026 17:26

StarofWonderStarofLight · 29/01/2026 17:08

Too many imbociles

Oh, you are just so precious, it's adorable!

ShanghaiDiva · 29/01/2026 17:24

StarofWonderStarofLight · 29/01/2026 17:19

60 year old?

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??

ShanghaiDiva · 29/01/2026 17:23

justtheotheronemrswembley · 29/01/2026 17:20

The OP also appears to be under the misguided impression that we are actually taking this preposterous thread seriously.

Indeed!

CaptainMyCaptain · 29/01/2026 17:23

Maddy70 · 29/01/2026 15:11

As much I as understand that statistically the less educated vote right wing (fact.. don't jump on me right wingers) everyone should have an equal say and an equal vote. Otherwise policies will not reflect issues that the less educated in society will need

Totally agree.

justtheotheronemrswembley · 29/01/2026 17:22

StarofWonderStarofLight · 29/01/2026 17:19

60 year old?

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What's that got to do with the price of fish?

ChrisMartinsKisskam · 29/01/2026 17:22

MrsMcGarry · 29/01/2026 16:50

First season love island I was in a private FB group to discuss as we watched which contained 2 people who are now MP's,3 people who are now in HoL, and about another 8 who have at one point stood for election to a parliament

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That says it all then 😂

justtheotheronemrswembley · 29/01/2026 17:20

The OP also appears to be under the misguided impression that we are actually taking this preposterous thread seriously.

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StarofWonderStarofLight · 29/01/2026 17:19

Dollymylove · 29/01/2026 17:19

You started it!! You cant possibly think anyone would take you seriously 🤣🤣🤣

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60 year old?

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Dollymylove · 29/01/2026 17:19

StarofWonderStarofLight · 29/01/2026 16:54

Cba with this thread now.

You started it!! You cant possibly think anyone would take you seriously 🤣🤣🤣

FOJN · 29/01/2026 17:18

Monty34 · 29/01/2026 17:16

It took years for ordinary people, both men and women to get the right to vote. Of whatever financial and educational status.
I am appalled that in 2026 someone thinks it might be great to throw all that away. They do of course, assume they would retain the right themselves ! So they might hope….

Exactly. OP might want to read a history book to learn how and why the vote was extended to all.

Monty34 · 29/01/2026 17:16

It took years for ordinary people, both men and women to get the right to vote. Of whatever financial and educational status.
I am appalled that in 2026 someone thinks it might be great to throw all that away. They do of course, assume they would retain the right themselves ! So they might hope….

FOJN · 29/01/2026 17:16

StarofWonderStarofLight · 29/01/2026 17:08

Too many imbociles

Ten marks for using the correct "too". Ten marks deducted for the incorrect spelling of imbecile. Nil pois for you.

Monty34 · 29/01/2026 17:13

It is discussion where at the root of it are people who want to turn back time. To limiting the vote. Either to men only, or people of a certain age, wealth etc.
Once you start limiting it, then other limitations can creep in. It is backward thinking. Not progress. And aimed at removing some people from having what is a very small and limited say, once in a blue moon.

Daygloboo · 29/01/2026 17:13

StarofWonderStarofLight · 29/01/2026 15:02

As we are all aware, there are some seriously concerning political views held by some of the nation.

In a bid to make sure that the vote is done fairly, and more substantiated by people with the intelligence to vote properly - I think it should be along the lines of this.

2 votings points to those who have completed university or a degree.
1 voting point to those who have completed GCSE of 3 C’s and above.
0.5 voting point to those with anything less than that.
0.25 voting point to members of society who have been convicted previously.

Dont be so bloody ridiculous

justtheotheronemrswembley · 29/01/2026 17:12

StarofWonderStarofLight · 29/01/2026 17:10

I keep it turned off.

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All the lights are on, but no-one's at home.

ginnybag · 29/01/2026 17:11

There's a vague justification for a 'competency' test - i.e. prove you understand our political system, how our elections work, the differences between local authority, by-election, general election and referendum etc - granting more weighting to a person's vote if they're less likely to be voting 'blind', but other than that, no.

(Or, of course, we could just do a better job of teaching this, so that everybody does understand and doesn't vote without understanding)

We're a democracy for good or ill or we're not. It may not be a brilliant system, with its many and multiplying problems, but it is the best system we've invented and tested so far.

loislovesstewie · 29/01/2026 17:11

StarofWonderStarofLight · 29/01/2026 17:10

I keep it turned off.

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Then you should have the right to vote removed from you. If you are old enough to vote, that is.

inkognitha · 29/01/2026 17:11

If only smart ppl were allowed to vote, not sure OP would get her convocation

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StarofWonderStarofLight · 29/01/2026 17:10

loislovesstewie · 29/01/2026 17:10

Do you not have a spellchecker as you seem to have problems with spelling?

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I keep it turned off.

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