Let's Vote Smart.
Introducing SmartVote BC.
- What is SmartVote? How can it help me?
A brief introduction given during part of a live audience presentation at the Oceanside Townhall in Coombs BC, August 28th 2024. Introducing an initiative called “Smart Vote BC 2024” and the “Political Scorecards” system. A way forward toward Political accountability and Transparency. ( First 2 minutes)
SmartVoteBC2024 is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization, whose aim is to assist British Columbians to become aware of the risks and benefits of legislative action as it pertains to their constitutional rights and freedoms, property, families and persons.
We support the idea that all public officeholders are both servants of the public and stewards of public resources and, in that role, they should govern themselves by the widely accepted Nolan Principles of Public Life:
- Selflessness: Acting solely in the public interest and not using public office for personal gain.
- Integrity: Acting with honesty, upholding high ethical standards, and being open and truthful.
- Objectivity: Making decisions fairly, without bias or favouritism.
- Accountability: Taking responsibility for actions and decisions and being transparent about them.
- Openness: Being open and accessible to the public and willing to explain decisions.
- Honesty: Acting truthfully and with sincerity.
- Leadership: Showing leadership and promoting good behavior in public life.
Watch the scorecard used in a Townhall !!
An Accountability question asked:
- What happens when one of our elected representatives is asked about his record and presented with the his scorecard?
A panel Question and Answer session at a live Townhall in Nanaimo BC, May 10, 2024. A sitting MLA was asked about his record and given the opportunity to respond. ( 2 min video)