Ms Ryan said that she planned to introduce another private member's bill during the upcoming term of federal parliament, after an initial bill in 2018 failed to pass.

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[–] dellish@lemmy.world -1 points 1 week ago (1 children)

I agree with weighted voting, but not based on age. I really think your vote should come with a questionnaire that covers current issues and policies. If your answers show you have no clue what's going on, your vote means less.

[–] nonentity@sh.itjust.works 0 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Age and competency aren’t mutually exclusive for weighting. I think age should be a mandatory erosion, but it can be offset with achievements such as academic study or public service.

Over time it diminishes, but slower for those with proven social engagement.

[–] notgold@aussie.zone 1 points 1 week ago

You had me until you said public servant. The public service, specifically Victorian, is just assholes pushing other down for their own benefit; once you've been in the public service long enough you become institutionalised and it shows on many many people.