In Case the Liberals are Wondering…
Just so I’m transparent here, I am currently a Liberal supporter. I became one when Ignatieff became leader because I believe, notwithstanding my previous disapproval of him, that he had improved his performance and might just be a good leader for the Liberals.
In the intervening time, I have to admit, I have sure wondered about that decision. I know for certainty that Harper would never get my support, nor would Bob Rae. I am extremely unlikely to support Layton or the NDP. I have to admit to noticing that inspite his having to take time to battle with cancer these last few months, he sure manages to speak up about things Canadians are concerned about.
I want to not only hear that out of Ignatieff, I want him to mean it. In order for him to mean it, he can’t just shoot from the hip, he needs to do enough background to know he can carry through on what he’s saying.
Where was he when the cops in Toronto all but goose-stepped all over the rights of hundreds of Canadian citizens during the G20? Why did we hear the NDP calling for an inquiry but virtually nothing said from the Liberal camp? Since the NDP hold only the slimmest chance of actually forming a government in this country, does the absence of a Liberal stand on the police behaviour during the G20 indicate a Liberal government would have been okay with the same happening?
Is it more important to the Liberals to avoid an election they might not be ready for or for them to represent and defend the best interests of Canada? Why has the Liberal party allowed bad bill after bad bill pass them by and head for the Senate, including the budget bill loaded with issues which should have been dealt with by parliament separately?
A Liberal party focused on what’s good for Canada instead of what’s good for them should have stood their ground. I applaud the Liberals for finally taking a stand on opposing the abolition of the gun registry even if it did take the second time round. Course that vote hasn’t happened yet, and that stand could change. I hope not.
It’s nice Ignatieff is taking time this summer to get among the people. To give Canadians a chance to get a better idea of who is and what he’s like. Just remember, when you get back to Ottawa in the fall, it’s those same people you are supposed to be representing and looking out for.
Canadians want to see an Opposition which stands up for them. Then Liberals might find they have a chance at becoming the government.
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