This evening Michael Ignatieff spoke by conference telephone to Liberals across the country.
The Leader began by saying how glad he was to speak to Liberals in every part of Canada. He pointed out how encouraging it was to hear voices from everywhere.
The Leader was speaking from Vancouver and he urged everyone to come to the convention in May to help build the Party.
For the last few weeks Michael Ignatieff has been on a "listening tour" across Canada -- he has been hearing ideas from Canadians about the economy and other matters.
He then turned to the coming budget and pointed out that the economic statement in the fall was a unique failure; it united three very dissimilar opposition Parties. There are three questions Liberals will ask about the budget before deciding whether to support it. Does it protect the vulnerable. Does it protect Canadian jobs now. Does it create jobs for the future.
A question to ask is whether a coalition is a good idea. Many have concerns about the coalition concept. Liberals with thoughts on the issue should tell the Leader.
Now is the time for a government that recognises Canada needs a strong government to lead the country. There are significant challenges but there is no doubt they can be met.
Michael closed by mentioning specific ridings including Markham and Pembroke.
James Morton
3 comments:
A question to ask is whether a coalition is a good idea. Many have concerns about the coalition concept. Liberals with thoughts on the issue should tell the Leader.
Many also support the coalition.
It made Harper listen for fear of losing power.
It's a good idea because it will let the coalition wear the recession instead of the party in power.
We could let Harper wear the recession, but do we really want "them" to work with that huge deficit spending? How much of it will help Canadians? How much will be pork and help big business only (I fear that I have with Iggy also).
Does it protect the vulnerable. Does it protect Canadian jobs now. Does it create jobs for the future.
Good questions, but it will depend on what Liberals put forth.
Did Michael take any questions?
I intended to attend this but couldn't make it. I really hope there will be other ones in my area in the near future that I can attend. Thanks for the first-hand update!!
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