Zazzie
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posted on November 28, 2000 01:31:49 AM
Politics--Canadian style
Federal election was called 6 weeks ago---so we had 6 weeks of campaigning and ugly signs on the lawns.....polls opened--polls closed. A few bucks put out by all the parties running for the campaign---but not outrageous and capped by legislation.
Liberal Party wins with a Majority government...All Done
and we don't have to do again for another 5 years--unless an election gets called earlier by the Prime Minister--who is the leader of the Liberal Party
[ edited by Zazzie on Nov 28, 2000 01:33 AM ]
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snowyegret
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posted on November 28, 2000 03:57:44 AM
I'd emigrate, but I'd freeze- winter means I put on socks with my sandals. 
An example for us.
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enchanted
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posted on November 28, 2000 05:19:07 AM
OK ... who's going to be the next Prime Minister then and what are his politics? I can't stand the suspense. What effect do you think this will have on Canada politically and socially? What's going to happen to their National Health Care program?
I bought a Toronto paper once about a month ago to try and see what the scoop was on the upcoming election and the biggest news story was a proposed dump next to a lake that many people were opposed to. Precious little about the election and politics overall.
Can someone with more knowledge fill me in?
Are Canadians always this reasonable?
thanks
enchanted
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krs
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posted on November 28, 2000 05:30:31 AM
Canadians are boring.
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HartCottageQuilts
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posted on November 28, 2000 06:02:00 AM
Another insightful analysis from krs.
an election gets called earlier by the Prime Minister--who is the leader of the Liberal Party
Not by the voting public, but by a party leader? Talk about party politics running the show. If an election can be called at virtually any time, I'd think the "unofficial" campaigning would never end. No thanks; there's enough grandstanding already. Now obviously it's worked for Canadians for - 133? - years, but it's not to my taste.
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shar9
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posted on November 28, 2000 06:06:57 AM
Hi Zazzie,
I'm like Enchanted. I am waiting for a re-cap and your take on the election but you will also have to educate me because I really don't know a lot about Canada except that I enjoyed watching your parliament on C-Span.
Canadians must speak faster than us to do all this in 6 short weeks. We couldn't even get in a political ferver in that time. It takes us 6 to 8 years to get it done.
edited: forgot to ask for a history lesson.
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krs
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posted on November 28, 2000 06:27:07 AM
Quilt amply displays a lack of knowledge of Canadian politics with:
"Not by the voting public, but by a party leader? Talk about party politics running the show. If an election can be called at virtually any time, I'd think the
"unofficial" campaigning would never end. No thanks; there's enough grandstanding already. Now obviously it's worked for Canadians for - 133? - years, but it's not to my taste."
Is it your understanding that a voting public 'calls' an election in this country? Do you believe that 'unofficial grandstanding' does not occur continuously here, and everywhere?
Or is this simply another case of your taking an opportunity to voice your tastes, as if anyone cares?
The facts are that an election is held in Canada every five years unless one is called by the Prime Minister, who at this time happens to be the Liberal Party leader.
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enchanted
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posted on November 28, 2000 07:08:11 AM
krs  loved your stay up north eh?
actually we need the summary from stockticker, she's politically aware, intelligent, and has insight into the deep secrets of Canadian politics.
BTW this is a great diversion from staring at Cheney's face on the TV.
enchanted
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HartCottageQuilts
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posted on November 28, 2000 08:54:23 AM
Well, at least this time I've goaded krs into a snide multi-liner. Rather pathetic, though that the only "fact" he seems to able to report is a paraphrasing of what zazzie already said - so much for original thought. But how thoughtful - not to mention flattering - of him to take time off from polemicizing to call a few names.
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uaru
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posted on November 28, 2000 09:04:27 AM
"Well, at least this time I've goaded krs into a snide multi-liner."
Be honest HCQ. Do you really consider that much of an accomplishment?
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pattaylor
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posted on November 28, 2000 09:12:25 AM
Hello everyone,
A reminder: Please remember to discuss the topic, not the individual.
Thanks for your cooperation.
Pat
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Zazzie
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posted on November 28, 2000 09:23:37 AM
The leaders of any political Party in Canada are chosen by delagates at the party conventions ---similar to your conventions.
Elections MUST be held within 5 years of the last election---but may be held at anytime in between (it has only been 3 1/2 years since the last)---sometimes an election may be forced by a vote of non-confidence--which usually only happens if the party in power does not have a big majority---but the Liberal party increased their majority this election--so it is unlikely to happen.
The ballots are all designed to look the same---someone in British Columbia would not be confused by a ballot in Newfoundland.
if you want some insight on the election or Canada in general go to www.cbc.ca
cause I'm not about to give the 2 bit tour of Canadian politics or policies--I'm just happy that it is not the long 2 year drawn out 'expensive' process that US elections are.
krs---I think I prefer my politics to be boring
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enchanted
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posted on November 28, 2000 11:21:14 AM
thanks for the link Zazzie, I appreciate it.
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macandjan
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posted on November 28, 2000 11:46:20 AM
[ edited by macandjan on Dec 8, 2000 06:27 AM ]
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Zazzie
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posted on November 28, 2000 11:59:18 AM
the parlimentary system has worked for centuries----in many countries
and yes very frequently an election is called so the mandate of the party in power can be strengthened and validated---sort of letting the voters say they approve of what you are doing and want you to continue----but many times in history this has not been the case and the ball gets passed to another party.
The Conservatives were in power for many years until the early 90's--with a majority government---they squeaked in this time with only 12 seats out of 301--the 1st Prime Minster of Canada was from the conservative party and they have almost been wiped out as a federal party.
There is no way that one party can keep control--even with the ability to call an election.
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shar9
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posted on November 28, 2000 12:10:01 PM
Thanks Zazzie,
I am going to try to go there and read tonight or in the morning. I do know a little just not what would be considered best for your country although I guess that depends on where a person sits.
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shar9
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posted on November 28, 2000 12:13:21 PM
Hi macandjan and Zazzie,
I do remember that part. I was thinking of Thatcher's period.
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krs
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posted on November 28, 2000 12:28:47 PM
Goaded? Did I hear that I was thought to have been goaded? LOL!
Somebody clue the goaders in, would you? Maybe a little history?
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rawbunzel
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posted on November 28, 2000 12:34:00 PM
To Whom It May Concern:
KRS is the "goader" NEVER the "goadee"
If you feel that you have been capable of goading KRS it is only because you have been successfully goaded.
Am I right?
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snowyegret
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posted on November 28, 2000 12:41:58 PM
krs: But they might have an entertaining P.M. And thanks for the political links and postings- keeps me informed and entertained at the same time.
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krs
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posted on November 28, 2000 01:15:31 PM
Thank you, Ladies!
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macandjan
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posted on November 28, 2000 01:36:34 PM
[ edited by macandjan on Dec 3, 2000 01:29 PM ]
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enchanted
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posted on November 28, 2000 02:28:43 PM
so true Rawbunzel... so true.
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