tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884128379999766348.post8047623172689858303..comments2024-03-27T21:12:31.654-04:00Comments on Politics and its Discontents: An Appeal For A United FrontLornehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15741324981120408977noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884128379999766348.post-51345109795119486742015-01-06T17:43:15.597-05:002015-01-06T17:43:15.597-05:00I fear the accuracy of your prediction, Dana.I fear the accuracy of your prediction, Dana.Lornehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15741324981120408977noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884128379999766348.post-34344867210092837832015-01-06T17:00:03.650-05:002015-01-06T17:00:03.650-05:00Back in '06 I started saying this and was cast...Back in '06 I started saying this and was castigated by all and sundry to such a vitriolic extent that I essentially surrendered to the inevitable. At that point I made a prediction: the LPC and NDP would eventually amalgamate/work together sometime soon after Harper's second majority - and by the time that second majority had finished there would be nothing left of Canada worth saving. <br /><br />I've seen and now see no reason to alter that prediction. Danahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12465953801145126160noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884128379999766348.post-3667932735694644782015-01-06T14:52:04.584-05:002015-01-06T14:52:04.584-05:00Aside from choosing to work within the existent sy...Aside from choosing to work within the existent system with direct input into policy decision-making (LPC), I also share memberships in several other NGO interest groups which espouse the goals you have expressed in your reply as they are fundamental in ensuring that pursuit of 'what is best for the entire country' is paramount. Our current electoral system must be improved and enhanced through consultation with all in a truly democratic and principled way - I will be working on developing party policy that reflects this goal as I'm sure you and others will as well - I admire your efforts in this regard and wish you continued success in getting the message out there.Rural Rootshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08930569255641816729noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884128379999766348.post-44606036465228801742015-01-06T14:03:45.479-05:002015-01-06T14:03:45.479-05:00Thanks for your insights here, Rural Roots. It is ...Thanks for your insights here, Rural Roots. It is good to know that this idea is being entertained and encouraged; while I realize that not everyone agrees a coalition is either viable or desirable, the emphasis has to be on what is best for the entire country, given the many depredations the Harper regime has wrought. Given our current electoral systems, either a merging of parties or at the very least strategic decisions as to which party has the best chance in given ridings, are approaches that desperately demand serious consideration.Lornehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15741324981120408977noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884128379999766348.post-51916451052703704992015-01-06T13:03:05.829-05:002015-01-06T13:03:05.829-05:00It is important to keep these thoughts in mind as ...It is important to keep these thoughts in mind as we approach the turning point in Canadian political thought and theory with the 2015 election before us. Unaligned pundits see the necessity of a united front in eliminating the 'Harper Government' fiasco we have endured for the past nine or so years and this is positive news.<br /><br />Though I continue to encourage thoughtful and critical debate within the LPC on this subject, this individuals comments may be, on the surface with respect to the progressive parties, a truism at the Leadership levels - many grassroots party members will continue, within the ranks to examine contingencies that focus on the so-called 'coalition' option. I have suggested that both Nathan Cullen and Joyce Murray have open and frank discussions on this matter with the sanction of the respective party leaderships - those that are wise within the party power infrastructures may be heeding this advice - however, the grassroots party membership may not know whether this endeavour is currently being actioned or not. Finally, I would include the Green Party in any formal discussions on any proposal being considered - I have made political contributions to them in the past and will continue to do so as they support many of the central beliefs many of us hold dear.Rural Rootshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08930569255641816729noreply@blogger.com