Virgil Said:

New Zealand reformed their elections to end their 2-party system. Should we do the same?

We Answered:

Interesting and you've presented it well. I am only skeptical however as to why these pushes to end the two-party system seem to be so much more prevalent now that the Democrats are in control and the Republicans are scrambling. We could have saved ourselves a lot of heartache, not to mention money, if such a system had been instituted starting back around 2002 when the Republicans were in control.

Mabel Said:

Is there a way to get politicians to stop calling you with recorded messages?

We Answered:

the recordings (known as robo calls) are usually random. they'll dial 555-0001, then 555-0002 and so on. it's virtually impossible to be removed because there really isn't a specific "list".

the calls from actual people at phone banks are based on a list and your name appears on it because you fall into a specific category they are trying to reach. it's also difficult to be removed from these. for example, if they're calling everyone that lives in a certain section of town this week, and next week they're calling people between 18 & 35 years old, if you fit both of those categories, you will appear on each of those lists. sorry! the best advice i can give you is to screen your calls at election time if you don't want to talk, or politely decline the conversation. (to be quite frank, being rude to these callers just gives them a funny story to share with the other volunteers.)

and no, there is really no recourse worth pursuing. it will come down to a matter of "he said, she said" if you can even gather enough information and evidence to build a credible case.

Shawn Said:

where can we find the fina list of national and local candidates for May 14,2007 elections?

We Answered:

who cares

Edith Said:

Do SPAM canned messages from candidates to your phone annoy you?

We Answered:

Can't say that it does, we all have mobile phones...no home phone to have to pay and put up with!!! HOORAY FOR FAMILY PLAN!!!

Byron Said:

where can i find the list of Philippine candidates for the May 14, 2007 election and educational attainment?

We Answered:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philippine_…

I hope that helps.. there are additional links on that page as well