Must we Continue with This?

February 1st, 2006

I would like to just touch on, if I may, something that Laura said that struck a nerve with me. When you say "Canada is no better under a Conservative Minority Government," you present the arrogance of the Liberal Party to the public in blatant view. For you, Laura, to claim something that is baseless, due to the fact that we have not had a chance to begin our mandate, simply because it is against the Conservative Party, is to go against the Canadian electorate.

For you to imply that the Conservative Party is/will be corrupt simply because it is in power, is offensive. I find it deplorable that you attempt to defend a former governing party that was incredibly corrupt, and wasteful. The examples are staggering: Two Billion wasted on the Gun Registry, the HRDC Six Billion Screw Up, the Sponsorship Scandal, David Dingwall... I could go on and on, but I will save my breath.

The Canadian Electorate did not choose the Liberal party to be it's government. Why, Laura, can you not accept the Conservative mandate, and stick to the issues as opposed to berating the electorate for choosing a new government?

If only we had seen this a week ago...

I was watching CNN today(well, not really watching, nobody WATCHES CNN, but I digress) and this ad came on. Democrats are pushing the Honest Leadership Act in Congress. What is this, you ask? It's the American version of the Stephen Harper's Accountability Act. But, hold on a second. Democrats and Liberals are the same in terms of values, as the Republicans and Conservatives are the same in values. (I'm generalizing, please bear with me) What does this mean? It means that, yet again, there is proof that corruption, fraud, bureacracy, are not partisan issues. The Americans ousted the Democrats in 1994 when they felt the government was corrupt. Today, they're tired of the constant scandal and abuse of power. The November 2006 Congressional election will see more Democrats in power, and they'll be touting the success of the "Honest Leadership Act". I only wish Canadians had of seen this a week ago. Perhaps one or two would have realized that Canada is no better with change, no better with a minority Conservative government. Money follows power. It's inevitable that things happen. Let's look to our neighbours to the south, and not let history repeat itself. Vote for your values, not campaign promise to clean up government. Just a little thought.
Laura,
Bowmanville, ON

E-Day is Here!

January 23rd, 2006

Well, here we are... January 23rd- Election Day in Canada. There's something different in the air this time around; a wind of change, if you will. After thirteen long years of Liberal rule, the "natural governing" party of Canada is about to be sent to the benches of the Opposition.

I say it's about time- After constant scandal and flip-flop, the people have clearly had enough, and in just 4 1/2 short hours, will be able to voice their dissent with the Liberal Party of Canada.

It truly is time for change in this country, and the Conservative Party is the ONLY party that can cause this change to occur. How can a Liberal government clean up a scandal that it created? Simply put, it cannot, and will not. I have no kind words for the Liberal party. They ran a terrible campaign, and the results of the vote will reflect that.

Posting in this blog has created some tension between the members of the various parties, who, under normal circumstances would be friends. I can only hope that partisan politics aside, people can realize that this truly was a battle of the minds. Intelligent, articulate points were raised at all times, and yes, the debate did get a tad heated at times, but that is what this country is all about- debate and the ability to voice concerns. I commend all members of the blog for their involvement, but do have one question for Laura: How, in your position with Elections Canada, a position "trusted to by the Canadian Electorate?" You were never elected to that position, correct? Therefore, the Canadian Electorate does not put it's faith in you- it does, however, expect you to do your job in a non-partisan professional way.

My final blog for this campaign can be expected late Tuesday morning, with what we can only hope will bring "Prime Minister Elect Harper," and "Leader of the Official Opposition Gilles Duceppe."

It's almost over

I'm mentally exhausted and almost want to forget about it all. I've been working in the campaign office, making calls, canvassing and taking part in the democratic process. Tomorrow, I'm a Registration Officer, entrusted by the Canadian electors. What have we learned from it
all? We need to stop treating Canadians like they're gullible idiots who can only make a decision based on what they see on t.v. I hate
negative ads, regardless of the party who endorses them. Soundbites should not make or break an election. I want to wish my fellow bloggers an extended hand of congratulations for a well-fought campaign. I wish you the best of luck in whatever campaign you are helping with, or even if you just have a vested interest in the process. Let's hope that friendships can be mended
as of Tuesday. Here's to a prosperous (and youth-friendly) Canadian future. (And, no, that wasn't an ivitation for Conservative soundbites and propaganda in a rebuttal.)
Laura H,
Bowmanville,
ON

Eight Days and Counting...

January 15th, 2006

It's nearly E-Day... Exciting times to be alive, and working in the war rooms of the Campaign. This campaign has solidified two things for me; one, my life will lead me into a career as a politician at the federal level. Two, I will NEVER vote Liberal in my life.

Work on the campaign trail is tiring, yet exhillarating at the same time. You gain an extensive knowledge of how to run a campaign, meet new people who share your beliefs, and you solidify where you stand and the values in which you believe in, and support. For me, those values are Conservative.

The Liberal government has not worked for me in the thirteen years it has held power. As friends of the party benefitted, the average income of the Canadian family didn't change. As the lower class struggled to put food on its table, David Dingwall charged taxpayers for a package of gum. As the average Canadian worked to earn a living, friends of the Liberal party recieved government contracts for no work being done. All of this, and the people continued to give Chrètien and now Martin, mandates to govern.

People, however, aren't stupid, and the electorate is no different. Attack ads, policy written on the back of napkins, and continual jargon and flip-flops have shown the people where the Liberal party really stands, and people aren't pleased with what they see.

To the Liberal Party of Canada? Thanks for thirteen years of nothing. Catch ya next time...

Young Liberals- New Low

January 14th, 2006

My oh my, have the Liberals sunk to yet another new low? I somehow recieved a newsletter from the Young Liberals of Canada, which, I would never subscribe to. Anyways, at the bottom of this garbage, was the comment:











Now, this comment is degrading on many levels; For one, my vote is MY choice, and exactly that; by telling me that the party I choose to vote for, should it not be the Liberal Party, does not represent my values. Why would I vote for a party that doesn't represent my values? Secondly, the Liberal Party is NOT the only party that has values. In fact, I would argue that the Liberals hold no values, unless flip-flops, entitlement for the few, and corruption are Canadian values. The party I choose to vote for can form the government- hence why I would cast a vote for them to do exactly that.

The Liberal Party of Canada-
Not My Values, Not My Choice. EVER

Get the Facts Right Laura...

January 12th, 2006

Responding to your comment regarding the Notwithstanding Clause: I think you're delirious Laura.

I elect people to make the laws; judges are not elected, and therefore do not make the decisions for me. Making people more accountable is limiting power? Not allowing ANY party to steal from the taxpayers in the way that the Liberal party did takes power away? A government that's not accountable is what we have, and the Conservatives have a STRONG plan to stop this, and you say it takes power away.

In fact, more power is given to independent investigators to hold the governing party accountable. It's interesting how these things work, if you actually sit down and read them as opposed to giving the typical Liberal response, of jargon and flip-flops.

Heaven forbid a political party realizes that the US is not a country we can treat like garbage and ignore. It's funny how you defend the plan to remove the NWC so vehementley, and then retract and tell us it won't ever be done.

I have lost all respect for ANY Liberal- despicable ads (AKA Televised Lies), desperation, and now your comments Laura. It's about accountability- how will that effect what MPs do in a negative way? I eagerly await your response...