Letters to the Editor: Reject and reword the care amendment

Among the topics addressed by readers is the care referendum, with one reader saying the proposed amendment is 'a kick in the teeth' to people with disabilities and people in need of care

One letter-writer says: 'What would be meaningfully symbolic is to vote no, demand better, and stand in solidarity with people with disabilities.' Picture: Electoral Commission

Many advocating a yes vote on the care referendum refer to the importance of symbols and having a Constitution that reflects the values of today. Almost all those who consider themselves progressive agree that the wording is not perfect but is somewhat better. 

We are asked to not tie ourselves up in knots, that it won’t have any concrete effects, and that change is incremental. I would like to put a counter argument against this thinking.