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[mithridates]

Oh, and let's not forget that Paul Martin organized a revolt against the PM that almost split the party in two just so that he could be prime minister as quick as possible. Then after getting the minority government he has now he agreed to a few billion in extra spending just to pass a budget through parliament and avoid an election. I've seen worse politicians but he's definately not one of the better ones. I say we go kidnap Preston Manning and make him be Prime Minister whether he wants to or not anymore.

[Bob O.]

[mithridates]

Actually hold on a second, we would probably be in Iraq if they were in power. Maybe I'm just wistful for Preston Manning.

[Alias]

There are only two factors keeping the Conservatives out of power.

1) The Social Conservatives - Many Canadians still see the old Reform Party. It just won't work. Harper has done his best to hide the so-cons during the past year. At their last convention social policy not discussed for such reasons. However, there isn't much he can do about the 'grassroots' of the party from speaking their mind. They are the ones who tend to scare away potential voters.

Are Conservatives going to "re-visit" the issue of same-sex marriage? If they do this will play into the Liberal Party's hands.

2)Foreign Policy- If Harper had his way Canada would have sent troops to Iraq. He did backtrack a bit during the election. This is definitely a losing issue for the Conservatives but I think if he can keep the wannabe Republican Stockwell Day quiet I think foreign policy shouldn't be much of an issue.

Also, "bringing Canada back to the table" with regards to Missile Defence will hurt them with moderate voters as well.

[mithridates]

It's going to be nice seeing the Green Party with a few seats next election though. I'd say it's guaranteed seeing as how they have full funding now and will be on the debates next time. Plus they keep their membership a secret now so the NDP won't be able to spam their members like they did last time.

[Bulsajo]

[Alias]

Looks like a Christmas election could be called next week. The NDP will not prop up the government any longer.

ARTICLE HERE

[Bob O.]

Should be interesting... A recently (post-Gomery Report) released poll has the Conservatives leading at 31%, the Liberals at 28% and the NDP at 20%.
Story here

[Korea Newfie]

[Bulsajo]

The long view says that there are going to be more corrupt Liberal governments and possible even a Conservative administration or two before the Green party ever starts making a difference, but if you always take the 'oh no! we'll be split!' attitude there will NEVER be any new viable alternatives. So yes, I expect there will be people accusing me of 'throwing away my vote' for some time to come. I can live with that.

[Bob O.]