Yes or no

[altariel]

OK, f'listers, let rip. In 100 words or less, and without reference to the other case, tell me why I should vote either 'yes' or 'no' to the following question:

"Do you want the United Kingdom to adopt the 'alternative vote' system instead of the current 'first past the post' system for electing Members of Parliament to the House of Commons?"

Non-UK perspectives welcome.

Comments

[birdsedge.livejournal.com]

I'm a yes, too. In a three-party vote it means I can make sure the one I least want to get in is right down at the bottom of my choices. I can vote according to my conscience and not have to worry about tactical voting.