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13 years ago @ Macleans.ca - Harper's version · 1 reply · +6 points
13 years ago @ Macleans.ca - Harper's version · 4 replies · +16 points
This could just as much apply to the motivations of Dion/Layton/Duceppe. Before the ''coalition'' threat came down, Harper's gang had a bit of a laissez-faire attitude towards the economic crisis (and stimulus related response). In fact, his plan was to tend to it months later (if required).
This did not suit the Opposition and they sought to change that approach. They did what they had to do... And just like that, Harper went about it differently, mostly borrowing from The Opposition's stimulus plans and then marketing it as his own.
The Opposition succeeded in influencing the Government's agenda without bringing it down...
13 years ago @ Macleans.ca - 'A price solution for ... · 0 replies · +1 points
And the times, they are a changin'!!!
13 years ago @ Macleans.ca - 'A price solution for ... · 0 replies · +2 points
13 years ago @ Macleans.ca - McDonald’s at the Ch... · 1 reply · 0 points
Which brings it back to my (above) question... Why would politicians get themselves involved in any of that? it seems rather improper.
13 years ago @ Macleans.ca - McDonald’s at the Ch... · 0 replies · +2 points
Why (or in what honour) was McDonald's hosting a reception featuring many politicians?
From some of the pictures, it would appear McDonald's was heavily promoting its menu... Why would politicians get themselves involved in any of that? Is this some kind of endorsement of McDonald's menu items and/or policies (one picture seems to indicate something along the lines of employment policies)?
Will Harvey's be doing a gala at the Lord Elgin? And St-Hubert at Chateau Frontenac?
14 years ago @ Macleans.ca - Downtown Toronto elite... · 0 replies · +1 points
14 years ago @ Macleans.ca - Downtown Toronto elite... · 2 replies · +1 points
And so, I would assume such a diverse skill set, including international academic accomplishments, broad professional experiences, etc..., could/should be considered a valuable asset in the job of Prime Minister (and not a detriment to such a post)?
Assuming your answer would be yes... Should this now end the constant denigration of anyone who has such accomplishments?
My point in all this is that, managing a conglomerate aside, there are many similarities between the paths (academic and professional diversity) of Wright and Ignatieff... I'm all for attacking policies and ideologies but, it disgusts me to hear one labeled as elite, out of touch, etc... Or, if you prefer, to dismiss such assets as incompatible with high ranking posts.
Concerning Wright... I'm fine with this nomination. However, Harper ought to shut up about Ignatieff's credentials. It furthers the hypocrisy to which Harper seems so prone to practice.
(I am reminded of Harper's claim that his shtick is not about hobnobbing with celebrities only to juxtapose that with a flood of pictures, captions and stories of Harper hobnobbing with celebrities)
14 years ago @ Macleans.ca - Downtown Toronto elite... · 7 replies · +1 points
14 years ago @ Macleans.ca - Harper's version · 1 reply · +5 points
''We didn't invent projects out of thin air, etc...'' - Is this including or excluding Tony Clement's riding (as an example)?
''created more jobs than lost during the recession'' - Can anyone point to me a source that would show this to be true, and then we can look at qualifying that statement (ie. losing a secure and salaried position but gaining a clerk position at Tim Horton's ain't much of a gain)
''Canada will not return to the era of growing deficits...'' - This government has been very much part of that era.
''My friends... My Friends... My friends...'' - John McCain, is that you?
All I can say is that I hope voter turnout improves...