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Originally Posted by Slava
Why shouldn't the native leaders be invited to hear a formal apology to the people that they represent? I fail to see how an elected representative asking that question is a misuse of your tax dollars?
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Listening is fine but I don't think that there should be a discussion of oppression after which is what is seems like the opposition wants.
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Originally Posted by fatso
You know, I really hope Boblobla and others read your post and think about it.
The point isn't to make individual citizens feel guilty. Of course you're not responsible. The point is that the Government of Canada - the same government to which we are beholden - was complicit in a shameful, shocking tragedy. Our past has this awful event in it. By apologizing officially, the government recognizes and acknowledges that past event. Hopefully this apology helps those affected heal.
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I agree. I hope it does help the healing process. Maybe it is just the wording or because I don't know anyone who it affects I don't feel it needed to be on behalf of all Canadians. Maybe on behalf of the gov't.