I think the country runs best when there is a competent opposition. Having a dysfunctional official opposition is a bad thing for democracy, and not something anyone should wish for. Even if we disagree with the stance of the opposition, we should want them to be at minimum, logical, representative of the principles of the people who cast votes for them, and an effective check on the government.
And anyway, in Canada, federally, we do not have a single electable pro-trump politician. So, if there’s something to be thankful for, maybe it’s that.
Oh, I fully agree about wanting a competent, reasonable Opposition. But this Opposition doesn’t strike me entirely as such, regardless of the leader. I’d much prefer a better Opposition but I’m happy this Opposition self sabotaged by choosing to be led by a man who utterly repels such a large swathe of the electorate.
I think the country runs best when there is a competent opposition. Having a dysfunctional official opposition is a bad thing for democracy, and not something anyone should wish for. Even if we disagree with the stance of the opposition, we should want them to be at minimum, logical, representative of the principles of the people who cast votes for them, and an effective check on the government.
And anyway, in Canada, federally, we do not have a single electable pro-trump politician. So, if there’s something to be thankful for, maybe it’s that.
Oh, I fully agree about wanting a competent, reasonable Opposition. But this Opposition doesn’t strike me entirely as such, regardless of the leader. I’d much prefer a better Opposition but I’m happy this Opposition self sabotaged by choosing to be led by a man who utterly repels such a large swathe of the electorate.
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In the Canadian context, could you explain who you are talking about, and why you think they are evil?
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…and suddenly there is silence
well said
LPC is advancing hard on all those files. Curious to know what you make of that.
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I’m trying to understand the point you’re making.