I feel like I'm talking to myself here. No where did I say we were "beloved" or "especially good". I said that this poll indicates that the three DA candidates are, for whatever reason, wanted back in the Senate. It is actually the voting system that obstructs this, because first preferences are so important. But clearly each party prefers the DA candidates over those of the other party.
The DA candidates are wanted back in the Senate, that's what I'm saying. Feel free to spin the reason however you want, but the fact remains.
The poll shows that the 3 DA Senators are generally the least objectionable candidates. The poll though was never going to reveal any useful information for the upcoming election. Nor is it the fault of the voting system that the DA won't retain their seats this time - the party just doesn't have the support.
Judging by the
last election, we're looking at a quota of around 13 voters. Assuming the standard GOTV efforts and given the undying party loyalties involved, the RPP and JCP should easily get 2 quotas each, leaving only 1 other seat up for grabs.
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