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Originally Posted by peter12
I have never voted for the Federal Conserative Party in my five years as a member of the voting public. Not once. Never.
Harper approached Martin in '04 to prevent the NDP from securing a coalition, when that fell through, he attempted to topple Parliament, finally succeeding in '05.
Of course, the three parties had to work together to introduce a non-confidence motion, but the talk of the GG exploring alternative means is simply part of our constitutional tradition.
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Well, you can't have it both ways. It can't both be part of the constitutional tradition and a radical undemocratic coup d'etat.
But in any case, your explanation doesn't account for Harper's assurance to the GG that "the opposition parties,
who together constitute a majority in the house have been in close consultation"
You're telling me that's just boilerplate? I'm not saying Harper did anything wrong then. As you say, it's part of the constitutional tradition--and indeed, it would be irresponsible for the opposition parties NOT to explore a coalition government under these circumstances.
But it might just be cause for everyone to cool it with the fake outrage.