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Originally Posted by Bobblehead
I can.
He is far from a natural public speaker, often looking wooden and seeming to smile only when he remembers that he should smile. He is overly controlling; enforcing his will by attempting to control or silence dissent. When angry he comes across as menacing.
He is smart enough to lead, but he does not have the charisma to inspire people to follow.
I don't know much about Ignatief. My initial impressions are that he is cut from the same cloth as Harper. And that may be a good thing, it means issues can be discussed on their substance as opposed to style.
But it sure would be nice to have a leader that Canada could rally behind.
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Yeah, he loses points on his campaign speech abilities, but I was referring to his ability to set a plan and follow through. He quietly gets things done. He doesn't take days off, he gets things done on time without a lot of fanfare and jumping up and down. Also, when he talks, he usually has something to say. He makes his point and his point is (usually) very clear. Sure he's a robot and he wears sweaters, but the Prime Minister is a job, it's not like the Governor General who just has to look good. The PM actually has to accomplish things, and I'd rather elect someone who shows up to work every day than someone else whose main focus is just to have a good time.
It's not just Dion's poor English that made him hard to understand. He's always trying to finish three thoughts at the same time. It made it very frustrating for people who were actually making an honest effort to put the language thing aside and really listen to him. It was impossible, though. Not to mention the guy is a complete pushover.
Edit: I'm just going to add that this is MY perception of Harper. I'm sure there are a few quotable instances in his lifetime where he hasn't gotten something done, or whatever, but this is all just why I like the guy - and why I voted for him. It seems to me that Harper is very much a "love him or hate him" kind of person. I don't think I know anyone who is just simply indifferent about him.