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Resolute 14 · 03-28-2011, 07:42 AM

I haven't argued that they still want a coalition, only that past activities have left them open to the accusation. Early on, the Liberals hope "ethics" will be the wedge issue, and the Conservatives "coalition". So far the latter is being discussed, not the former.

But to use the hypothetical argument, I can't see any great reason why the GG would precipitate what would amount to a constitutional crisis by overruling the PM's wishes and allowing a coalition now. 2.5 years after the last election, the safer option is to accept the PM's request to dissolve Parliament and call a new vote.

Also, I obviously don't know the riding Trudeau is running in very well, as I would have thought the NDP not running a candidate would actually strengthen the Liberal hopes rather than the BQ. What's up with that?

03-28-2011, 07:42 AM	#445
Resolute 14 In the Sin Bin Join Date: Jan 2003 Exp:	I haven't argued that they still want a coalition, only that past activities have left them open to the accusation. Early on, the Liberals hope "ethics" will be the wedge issue, and the Conservatives "coalition". So far the latter is being discussed, not the former. But to use the hypothetical argument, I can't see any great reason why the GG would precipitate what would amount to a constitutional crisis by overruling the PM's wishes and allowing a coalition now. 2.5 years after the last election, the safer option is to accept the PM's request to dissolve Parliament and call a new vote. Also, I obviously don't know the riding Trudeau is running in very well, as I would have thought the NDP not running a candidate would actually strengthen the Liberal hopes rather than the BQ. What's up with that?