Is the Coalition Government what the Canadian Political system needs as a revival?
First I want to say it’s great to see a revived interest in Canadian politics! Through the last two elections I was quite disappointed and said multiple times I can’t wait for the day that one or multiple of our parties leaders are charismatic, intelligent and trustworthy Candidates. At my age I can’t say I remember a candidate that fit that bill. Before I voice my opinion I want to state that I do not have any political "denomination". Since I’ve reached the age to vote I’ve voted for all 3 major parties at some point based on what the Canadian situation is and who/what I thought the country need at time based on their platforms. On that note let’s get into the thick of this post.
First lets thing about two facts that have nothing to do with actually policy or the economic situation alone I think this is a great event.
1) It’s infusing a much needed interest into Canadian politics which been dropping in the recent elections which I feel is a result of a lack of any real solid front runners for our two main parties.
2) More importantly is anyone else flabbergasted that theirs some real cooperation going on between parties. After Multiple terms in the Martin/Dion, Harper, Layton Era that have seen our politics result in what seems more like school yard banter then people out to run a country I think it’s impressive to see relationships formed with the intent of governing the country based on team work not my stick is big then yours or you need me to get this through but your going to give me X to get it.
Now I'm no political scince major but lets look at why this makes sense from a political side to me as well.
3) This coalition government would represent the majority of Canada’s vote.
4) Our current world economy needs some drastic measures to ensure we continue to stay ahead of this recession and the Conservatives missed this point apparently (anyone remember the Japanese’s oversight not to long ago.)
5) In a minority situation Harper is attempting to move a platform/budget that is strongly conservative by tradition when that doesn’t represent the majority of the Canadians beliefs. I’ve been baffled by Harpers arrogance and bullying in the past but I never expected he’d step it up to this level regardless of some speculation during his second term he was going to lean further towards his parties belief, but I didn’t think he’d follow through. Then trying to keep power by tearing Canada apart reviving an issue that barely existed anymore through the statement that this is just a Socialist and Seperatist power grab is a disgrace. I can’t believe he’s trying t to bully his way and not earn his way out instead of convincing us he is right.
I’m going to take a little side note here to state that I’m amazed I don’t here many people agree with me on the following. But I think a minority government is the political structure I want to see effectively running a country. It’s keeps the parties in Check. Ultimately from coast to coast Canada’s people and their needs are very diverse and I don’t expect to ever see one party equally addresses everyone’s desires. As a result a minority government where the Prime Minister has to convince one of the opposition parties which represents a significant % of Canadians views to get something through only seems to make sense to me. I think to only problem is our current party leaders can’t put aside their childhood banter, trying to win the next election by degrading the other parties instead of based on their own merit, to work together and run the country with a government that represents the divided views of our Canadian citizens. OK enough of that rant.
Regardless of the outcome this will lead to some interesting times indeed. I look forward to following how this all unfolds in the months to come. I’ll also be honest and say I look forward to what may be the end of Prime Minister Harpers leadership of the Conservative Party and hope to see a new leader that’s a less of an Arrogant Bully.
First I want to say it’s great to see a revived interest in Canadian politics! Through the last two elections I was quite disappointed and said multiple times I can’t wait for the day that one or multiple of our parties leaders are charismatic, intelligent and trustworthy Candidates. At my age I can’t say I remember a candidate that fit that bill. Before I voice my opinion I want to state that I do not have any political "denomination". Since I’ve reached the age to vote I’ve voted for all 3 major parties at some point based on what the Canadian situation is and who/what I thought the country need at time based on their platforms. On that note let’s get into the thick of this post.First lets thing about two facts that have nothing to do with actually policy or the economic situation alone I think this is a great event.
1) It’s infusing a much needed interest into Canadian politics which been dropping in the recent elections which I feel is a result of a lack of any real solid front runners for our two main parties.
2) More importantly is anyone else flabbergasted that theirs some real cooperation going on between parties. After Multiple terms in the Martin/Dion, Harper, Layton Era that have seen our politics result in what seems more like school yard banter then people out to run a country I think it’s impressive to see relationships formed with the intent of governing the country based on team work not my stick is big then yours or you need me to get this through but your going to give me X to get it.
Now I'm no political scince major but lets look at why this makes sense from a political side to me as well.
3) This coalition government would represent the majority of Canada’s vote.
4) Our current world economy needs some drastic measures to ensure we continue to stay ahead of this recession and the Conservatives missed this point apparently (anyone remember the Japanese’s oversight not to long ago.)
5) In a minority situation Harper is attempting to move a platform/budget that is strongly conservative by tradition when that doesn’t represent the majority of the Canadians beliefs. I’ve been baffled by Harpers arrogance and bullying in the past but I never expected he’d step it up to this level regardless of some speculation during his second term he was going to lean further towards his parties belief, but I didn’t think he’d follow through. Then trying to keep power by tearing Canada apart reviving an issue that barely existed anymore through the statement that this is just a Socialist and Seperatist power grab is a disgrace. I can’t believe he’s trying t to bully his way and not earn his way out instead of convincing us he is right.
I’m going to take a little side note here to state that I’m amazed I don’t here many people agree with me on the following. But I think a minority government is the political structure I want to see effectively running a country. It’s keeps the parties in Check. Ultimately from coast to coast Canada’s people and their needs are very diverse and I don’t expect to ever see one party equally addresses everyone’s desires. As a result a minority government where the Prime Minister has to convince one of the opposition parties which represents a significant % of Canadians views to get something through only seems to make sense to me. I think to only problem is our current party leaders can’t put aside their childhood banter, trying to win the next election by degrading the other parties instead of based on their own merit, to work together and run the country with a government that represents the divided views of our Canadian citizens. OK enough of that rant.
Regardless of the outcome this will lead to some interesting times indeed. I look forward to following how this all unfolds in the months to come. I’ll also be honest and say I look forward to what may be the end of Prime Minister Harpers leadership of the Conservative Party and hope to see a new leader that’s a less of an Arrogant Bully.
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