Reflections, Observations, and Analyses Pertaining to the Canadian Political Scene
Thursday, March 27, 2014
Opposition To The 'Fair' Elections Act Grows
As a supplement to Montreal Simon's post yesterday on Jean Pierre Kingsley's appearance before the committee hearings on the 'Fair' Elections Act, you might want to spare two minutes to watch this report from The National on his concerns:
As well, here is a report that shows growing public awareness and discontent about the Tories' voter suppression efforts:
I think one of the best ways which, sadly, people grossly underestimate, Sandy, is to write to one's M.P. If it is a Conservative, you will likely get a stock response quoting the party line, but believe me, being the ambitious creatures most of them are, they are more sensitive to public criticism than they let on, especially if they get sufficient numbers of letters that suggest they will not get the writers' support during the next election. Unfortunately, however, this conveys the powerful message that they they work for us only IF sufficient numbers do it.
Another way to show and promote opposition is, if you have a Facebook account, to keep your 'friends' informed on important political issues. As well, you can spread a lot of good information by word of mouth, by signing petitions, by becoming involved in political groups in your community, etc.
Can I contact you via email?
ReplyDeleteHi Anon - I have added a contact form that you can access on the upper left-hand corner of this blog.
DeleteHow can one show opposition to the bill?
DeleteI think one of the best ways which, sadly, people grossly underestimate, Sandy, is to write to one's M.P. If it is a Conservative, you will likely get a stock response quoting the party line, but believe me, being the ambitious creatures most of them are, they are more sensitive to public criticism than they let on, especially if they get sufficient numbers of letters that suggest they will not get the writers' support during the next election. Unfortunately, however, this conveys the powerful message that they they work for us only IF sufficient numbers do it.
DeleteAnother way to show and promote opposition is, if you have a Facebook account, to keep your 'friends' informed on important political issues. As well, you can spread a lot of good information by word of mouth, by signing petitions, by becoming involved in political groups in your community, etc.
I hope these few suggestions are helpful.