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llwhiteoutll · 11-24-2015, 04:50 PM

I don't see it as breaking an election promise. He heard what Canadians wanted, which was a more realistic timeline for multiple reasons, and actually listened. There will still be 25,000 refugees brought in by the government.

I think that this will alleviate the concerns that many had around the logistics and security of the previous timeline. Do another poll of the country in a week and I'd say that you'll find the vast majority of people are supportive. Not all the people voicing concerns were advocating closing the border, they just wanted a more realistic timeline and clarity on what's happening and I think the government has provided that in the last few days.

11-24-2015, 04:50 PM	#520
llwhiteoutll Powerplay Quarterback Join Date: Dec 2013 Exp:	I don't see it as breaking an election promise. He heard what Canadians wanted, which was a more realistic timeline for multiple reasons, and actually listened. There will still be 25,000 refugees brought in by the government. I think that this will alleviate the concerns that many had around the logistics and security of the previous timeline. Do another poll of the country in a week and I'd say that you'll find the vast majority of people are supportive. Not all the people voicing concerns were advocating closing the border, they just wanted a more realistic timeline and clarity on what's happening and I think the government has provided that in the last few days.