It's Morning Again, In Canada
Last night, I watched the vote to bring down the scandal-ridden Martin government north of the border.
Now the campaign begins, and the election is January 23rd. As you may have noticed, I am currently reading a book on Stpehen Harper, who, should the Conservatives come out ahead, will become Prime Minister, which would be good for the Canadians, but also for Washington.
Now the campaign begins, and the election is January 23rd. As you may have noticed, I am currently reading a book on Stpehen Harper, who, should the Conservatives come out ahead, will become Prime Minister, which would be good for the Canadians, but also for Washington.
Canada’s Conservatives, by contrast, are seen as much more receptive to improving relations with Washington, though a majority of Canadians opposed the war in Iraq and the policies of President Bush.I am predicting a minority-Conservative government, but anything could happen during the campaign season.
Conservative Party leader Stephen Harper favors tax cuts and opposed Martin’s successful bill to legalize same-sex marriage throughout Canada. He would become prime minister if the Conservatives receive the most seats in Parliament.
“This is not just the end of a tired, directionless, scandal-plagued government,” Harper said after Monday’s vote. “It’s the start of a bright new future for this country.”(emphasis added)
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