In fact, the US President is not directly elected by the US voters. The US voters choose, often indirectly, the members of the Electoral College, who in turn choose the President. On more than one occasion, this has resulted in a President who received fewer votes than did his opponent.
In Canada, with a parliamentary form of government, the voters elect a parliament rather than a government. The government is then usually formed by the leader of the political party that elected the largest number of members to the House of Commons.
people could participate by:Run for the NDP
That varies depending on who the citizen is, their economic status, culture, and race. Even voting varies as each Canadian vote is not of equal value. Generally our system does not have citizens participating directly in our representative form of government.
A non-Canadian is generally not allowed to vote in Canadian federal, provincial, or municipal elections, as voting is restricted to Canadian citizens. Additionally, they cannot run for public office or hold certain government positions that require citizenship. Non-Canadians may also face restrictions in terms of accessing certain government services or benefits exclusive to citizens.
in 1942
In 1917 women had the right to vote if they were related to a man serving overseas in WW1. Then in 1918 they were able to vote as long as they met the same requirements as men (property ownership & racial requirements). Finally in 1920 women & men could both vote if 1) they were British citizens, 2) they were over the age of 21, 3) they were Canadian residents for at least 12 months and 4) if they were residents of their riding for at least 2 months.
They vote for govenment leaders
democratic right!
Only two states in the U.S. allow citizens to directly vote on public issuses.
Citizens do not vote directly on laws. They elect representatives who do vote directly on laws.
Canadian citizens who are at least 18 years of age have the right to vote in federal elections.
The main difference is that in ancient Greece only male citizens could vote and hold office.
people could participate by:Run for the NDP
That varies depending on who the citizen is, their economic status, culture, and race. Even voting varies as each Canadian vote is not of equal value. Generally our system does not have citizens participating directly in our representative form of government.
The citizens vote directly for the government not the party
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Yes, in those jurisdictions which have an elected Mayor, they are voted for directly by the voters.