Wednesday, September 17, 2008

News - Democracy!

Alot of people have been talking about the election. Our election, the election in the states, the municipal election. Signs everywhere in Halifax have been reminding us we are celebrating 250 years of democracy! Well, the men are anyway.

So where is democracy now? Has it resorted to this -- http://www.notaleader.ca/ the prime minister of Canada has posted this link on his website. The class theme does not make me think I am being taught a lesson, it makes me think of all of those bullies who used to scawl across the chalk board. Then there's Dion's counter suit http://www.thisisdion.ca a website that shows Dion as a man with an environmentally invasive lakefront view trying to play to the new trend: green livin'--and we can't forget the parties who, adorably, fight for seats. NDP Orange and Green! I am reminded for some reason of Ireland.

I've decided I care for the little guy, and have been overlooking the larger election for now to instead concentrate on the districts of Halifax! I'm voting for Dawn, you folks decreed her the better choice 5 to 2. I learned later there is a third candidate but in the effort of simplicity and I will imagine it's just a two party system--it's been working for the United States for years.

Harper, did you get all sad at the fun they were having in the US and wanted to join in? Because you've said that the best you can hope for is another minority government. So why are you calling another election? Was Kate Beaton correct?



Learn about our system, you vote for candidates--if you're like me all of the leaders seem a little loopy. Get to know who's running in your riding. I'll help. With even you Hali conservatives.

ps. Dear United States. Don't fear powerful women, but please fear Sarah Palin -- That bitch is crazy. Have you seen the letter from Anne Kilkenny?



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