When people feel hopeless about politics, ‘vote-tripling’ can inspire them. Could it work for New Zealand? | Max Harris
It’s enough for individuals to make a difference but not so ambitious that it puts them off. It achieved results in the US and Brazil, so how about here?
New Zealand comedian Chris Parker recently released a clip on “People of the NZ Election”, showcasing the familiar cast of characters who crop up every time voting comes around.
There’s “The Frustrating Defeatist”, who thinks voting won’t make a difference. There’s the “The Amateur Journalist”, stroking his chin, commenting on the latest polling results. Then there’s “The One Who Treats Voting Day Like their Birthday”, geekily bursting with enthusiasm: “Let’s get out there and exercise our democratic right!” And “The Hopeful Optimist”: “We could rally together … hit the streets! We could really turn things around in our direction! Let’s get our phones, let’s start calling people – set up a flashmob!”
Max Harris is a lawyer, campaigner, and writer
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