PLEDGED MEMBERS.
(To the Editor.) Sir, —We have heard a good deal of the fact that our representatives in Parliament have committed themselves to various pledges when seeking the support of their constituents —mostly in regard to prohibition. Now daylight saving is mentioned as a further item. It would appear as entirely wrong that such pledges should be either asked for or given. We appoint men to represent us and expect them to weigh the pros and cons of every subject that is brought before them. How is it possible for them if already pledged to profit by the discussions that arise in making a mature decision in Ihe interests of the whole body of their constituents. I suggest that a question lie put to every member seeking election, viz.: Are you in any way pledged to a certain course of action other than the general support of your party? If the answer is in the affirmative, then they can hardly expect that they will be considered lit or proper persons to represent those of us who desire as representatives men who will place the welfare of this Dominion above all other considerations while occupying a seat in the House.—l am, etc., E.C.H.
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Waikato Times, Volume 103, Issue 17386, 24 April 1928, Page 9
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203PLEDGED MEMBERS. Waikato Times, Volume 103, Issue 17386, 24 April 1928, Page 9
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