I fail to see why people are surprised that Martin decided to opt out of the defense shield. This is democracy at work folks. Martin sees that a majority of Canadians do not want Canada involved in this system, so he opted out.

Yes, I know that this is rare, but with a minority government, he really had no choice, he must keep the people happy if he is to win the next election, which will probably happen sooner than later.

Originally posted by sensfan
I fail to see why people are surprised that Martin decided to opt out of the defense shield. This is democracy at work folks. Martin sees that a majority of Canadians do not want Canada involved in this system, so he opted out.

Yes, I know that this is rare, but with a minority government, he really had no choice, he must keep the people happy if he is to win the next election, which will probably happen sooner than later.

I agree...this is democracy at its finest.

And why I really like the idea of a minority government. We actually get good decisions! And if its something that will benefit the people, the opposition parties won't dare quash it. Personally, I think Martin would have loved to bend over for Bush, but because of how Canadians are feeling, he didn't dare.

From what I observe Canadians in general are more anti Conservative than ever...and I believe the goings-on south of the border have had a huge influence on that. We didn't want a conservative government, but also didn't want to give the Liberals carte blanche again either.

Its a beautiful thing if you ask me. We got some of our best programs during minority governments - our flag, Canada Pension...and even national healthcare if I'm not mistaken.

We fill it with beer, then lob it into the enemies' camp, and it's ours.





Canadian beer will mess you UP!

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lol Grady! That made my day

Hey don't laugh, that thing can poke your eye out!!!!

Grady - nice to see you DO have a sense of humour. Good one!