You are getting democracy whether you want it or not!

Hoon suggests compulsory voting

People could face fines if they fail to vote in British general elections, under plans outlined by Geoff Hoon.

The Commons leader says a move towards compulsory voting is necessary to reinvigorate UK democracy.

The proposals, which would give voters a "none of the above" choice, follow the 61% general election turnout.

I'm finding it difficult to type because I am laughing so much. Of the 39% of the electorate who couldn't be arsed voting the last time, how many do you think would opt for "None of the above" if you dragged them kicking and screaming to a poll booth? If someone chooses not to vote, that is their right. I respect that. In my view, if they don't vote then they relinquish the right to complain about the outcome.

However, it would seem that the black heart of Stalinism is alive and well and beating at the core of New Labour.

We are slowly(?) drifting towards a Police State. A State where it is already illegal to hold a peaceful protest too close to the seat of our so called democracy. A State where pretty soon the Government will force you to justify you own existence, at your own expense. A State where the Government want to know and record every little detail about you. A State where the Government want to fit satellite tracking devices to your car. A State where you will be told when to vote.

What next? Democracy at gunpoint?

The Government is supposed to answer to the electorate, not the other way around. These people are supposed to be our representatives, not our masters.

Just where the hell is this country heading? I think I know and I don't like it. Not one little bit.

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