Federal NDP leader Tom Mulcair said on Wednesday the survey reflects a viewpoint pervasive in Conservative circles.For me, what is most noteworthy here is what the tactic says about a government that thinks it can so egregiously, shamelessly and crassly manipulate the public.
“It's the same approach as Stephen Harper. It's the same approach as Vic Toews, you know: ‘You're with us or against us; you can stand with us or stand with the pedophiles,’" he said.
“It's the same ludicrous divisive approach that the Conservatives have been taking for years. Canadians deserve better."
UPDATE: It seems many Canadians are outraged, if their reddit mockery of Toet's mailout is any indication. Here are a couple of their suggested poll themes:
Do you believe the Keystone pipeline is in Canada's best interests?
Yes! It will create thousands of jobs.
No! I am an environmental terrorist and should be put in prison.
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Will you be voting for Stephen Harper next election?
Yes, I want Canadians to be safe.
No, I like ISIS.
Are you: A) Conservative? B) Wrong?