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BBC News - Canadian government falls after no-confidence voteCanadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper's Conservative government has fallen after a no-confidence vote passed in the country's parliament.
The vote, engineered by the opposition Liberal Party and backed by two other opposition parties, triggers an election expected in early May.
The move stemmed from a ruling on Monday that the minority government was in contempt of parliament.
Harper on Israel: Is the Prime Minister mentally sound?
Harper on Israel: Is the Prime Minister mentally sound? - Vancouver Sun Community of InterestIn effect, Harper has taken the position of being Israels defender no matter what in other words, this commitment comes before his duty as prime minister, before his duty to represent Canadas interests abroad, before his role of elected representative. Harper is a defender of Israel no matter the consequences for Canada. He stated:
[As] long as I am Prime Minister, whether it is at the United Nations, the Francophonie, or anywhere else, Canada will take that stand whatever the cost. I say this, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because history shows us, and the ideology of the anti-Israeli mob tell us all too well if we listen to it, that those who threaten the existence of the Jewish people are a threat to all of us.
His dedication to that country supersedes his commitment to his own. That would be disturbing enough if Harper were merely a private citizen. But as prime minister it is beyond the pale and it isnt much of a stretch to suggest it borders on the betrayal of Canada and certainly Canadian interests. For what does it mean that Harper will defend Israel no matter the consequences for Canada?
How about support for Canada above all others?The above is simply a blog by a highly liberal apologist.
We will see what the new voting brings, shall we?
Support for Arabs in their destruction of Israel, or support for Israel.
I think I know the outcome already.
The above is simply a blog by a highly liberal apologist.
We will see what the new voting brings, shall we?
Support for Arabs in their destruction of Israel, or support for Israel.
I think I know the outcome already.
How about support for Canada above all others?
It comes
The Harper Conservatives are at the threshold of a majority government as the country plunges into the fourth election campaign in seven years, according to an exclusive Toronto Star/La Presse poll.
The Angus Reid poll shows that the majority will most likely be won or lost in Ontario with a particularly pitched battle in the 905 belt around Toronto, where the Conservative have worked overtime on the reeling in the ethnic vote.
The survey of 2,365 Canadians reveals the Conservatives are in the lead nationally with 39 per cent support, the Liberals at 25 per cent, and the New Democrats at 19 per cent. The Bloc Québécois has 10 per cent support and the Green Party 7 per cent.
Prime Minister Stephen Harper's Conservatives begin an election campaign this weekend far ahead of their political rivals in public favour and would be poised to win a "comfortable" majority if Canadians cast their votes now, a new poll has found.
The national survey, conducted exclusively for Postmedia News and Global National, reveals that voter support is declining for the opposition Liberals who have put forward a non-confidence motion that will lead to the defeat of the Conservative government in the House of Commons Friday afternoon.
The March 22-23 poll by Ipsos Reid found that public support remains solid for the Tories despite recent opposition attempts to draw attention to such controversies as the government's treatment of Parliament and revelations that an ex-senior aide to Harper lobbied a department to get funds for his fiance, a former escort.
The Conservatives are now supported by 43 per cent of decided voters — up by three points from two weeks ago.
Just as important, the Tories now have a widening 19-point lead over the Liberals led by Michael Ignatieff.
The Grits, who have been trying to incite public fury over the government's ethical record and improve the public's negative impression of Ignatieff, now have the support of just 24 per cent of voters, down by three points.
Jack Layton's NDP, which put the country on the path to a spring election by announcing earlier this week it would not support the Conservative budget, are backed by 16 per cent of voters — no change from the previous poll.
The Tories are well ahead and on their way to forming government. The only question is whether it will be a minority or a majority government.
The Harper Conservatives are at the threshold of a majority government as the country plunges into the fourth election campaign in seven years, according to an exclusive Toronto Star/La Presse poll.
The Angus Reid poll shows that the majority will most likely be won or lost in Ontario with a particularly pitched battle in the 905 belt around Toronto, where the Conservative have worked overtime on the reeling in the ethnic vote.
The survey of 2,365 Canadians reveals the Conservatives are in the lead nationally with 39 per cent support, the Liberals at 25 per cent, and the New Democrats at 19 per cent. The Bloc Québécois has 10 per cent support and the Green Party 7 per cent.
Tories on brink of majority as election looms - thestar.com
Prime Minister Stephen Harper's Conservatives begin an election campaign this weekend far ahead of their political rivals in public favour and would be poised to win a "comfortable" majority if Canadians cast their votes now, a new poll has found.
The national survey, conducted exclusively for Postmedia News and Global National, reveals that voter support is declining for the opposition Liberals who have put forward a non-confidence motion that will lead to the defeat of the Conservative government in the House of Commons Friday afternoon.
The March 22-23 poll by Ipsos Reid found that public support remains solid for the Tories despite recent opposition attempts to draw attention to such controversies as the government's treatment of Parliament and revelations that an ex-senior aide to Harper lobbied a department to get funds for his fiance, a former escort.
The Conservatives are now supported by 43 per cent of decided voters up by three points from two weeks ago.
Just as important, the Tories now have a widening 19-point lead over the Liberals led by Michael Ignatieff.
The Grits, who have been trying to incite public fury over the government's ethical record and improve the public's negative impression of Ignatieff, now have the support of just 24 per cent of voters, down by three points.
Jack Layton's NDP, which put the country on the path to a spring election by announcing earlier this week it would not support the Conservative budget, are backed by 16 per cent of voters no change from the previous poll.
Tories begin campaign far ahead of Liberals, poll shows
- In Saskatchewan/Manitoba, the Tories are ahead at 66 per cent, while the Liberals have 18 per cent and NDP has 13 per cent.
I always have liked Harper. Why would Canadians get rid of him as he has helped to strenghten the Canadian Ecomony.. he's a clear thinker. Ropey didn't the liberals try to get rid of him a few years ago and the queen of England stepped in?
Ropey
What do you think of this?
- In Saskatchewan/Manitoba, the Tories are ahead at 66 per cent, while the Liberals have 18 per cent and NDP has 13 per cent.
Of everything, this is the most shocking to me of all.
Can you believe the NDP is polling so low? Why do you think that is?
Ipsos leadership poll boosts Harper and Layton, devastating for Ignatieff
As if the horse race numbers were not devastating enough for the Liberal campaign, Ipsos-Reid has a poll out today showing the numbers behind the horse race.
BBC News - Canadian government falls after no-confidence voteCanadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper's Conservative government has fallen after a no-confidence vote passed in the country's parliament.
The vote, engineered by the opposition Liberal Party and backed by two other opposition parties, triggers an election expected in early May.
The move stemmed from a ruling on Monday that the minority government was in contempt of parliament.
Good, now Canadians can vote for someone who puts Canada first
Harper on Israel: Is the Prime Minister mentally sound?Harper on Israel: Is the Prime Minister mentally sound? - Vancouver Sun Community of InterestIn effect, Harper has taken the position of being Israels defender no matter what in other words, this commitment comes before his duty as prime minister, before his duty to represent Canadas interests abroad, before his role of elected representative. Harper is a defender of Israel no matter the consequences for Canada. He stated:
[As] long as I am Prime Minister, whether it is at the United Nations, the Francophonie, or anywhere else, Canada will take that stand whatever the cost. I say this, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because history shows us, and the ideology of the anti-Israeli mob tell us all too well if we listen to it, that those who threaten the existence of the Jewish people are a threat to all of us.
His dedication to that country supersedes his commitment to his own. That would be disturbing enough if Harper were merely a private citizen. But as prime minister it is beyond the pale and it isnt much of a stretch to suggest it borders on the betrayal of Canada and certainly Canadian interests. For what does it mean that Harper will defend Israel no matter the consequences for Canada?
Ropey
What do you think of this?
- In Saskatchewan/Manitoba, the Tories are ahead at 66 per cent, while the Liberals have 18 per cent and NDP has 13 per cent.
Of everything, this is the most shocking to me of all.
Can you believe the NDP is polling so low? Why do you think that is?
There's a parallel in there somewhere.The real question is if it will be a minority Harper government or a majority.
I confess I do not understand the machination of the parlimentary system of Canada well enough to follow your discussion.
Can you explain what the difference would be in terms of the power the Harper majority or minority would then wield?
Ropey
What do you think of this?
- In Saskatchewan/Manitoba, the Tories are ahead at 66 per cent, while the Liberals have 18 per cent and NDP has 13 per cent.
Of everything, this is the most shocking to me of all.
Can you believe the NDP is polling so low? Why do you think that is?
Selinger. And his whacko crew. I'm gearing up for McFadyen. And they made a new district and it looks like this new gentleman could take it. I'll be checking him out this week. Dennis Smook.
I should be more explanatory for those who aren't in the know in our great adopted province.
With Gary Doer gone, Selinger and crew have been really slow off the mark on every issue. Big Fail last year when they didn't open Duff's ditch and everyone got flooded. It was sheer idiocy. Hesitation on West Nile spraying. The list is endless.
They showed the true ineptitude of being really NDP.
Damn I'm pissed off. I have to deal with federal and local at the same time as planting and dealing with slugs.
Gary may have had NDP after his name to get elected but cripes he was dead center on every issue. And he knew how to govern. A rare trait.
Doer really was one of my fave politicians ever. And this is from a serious conservative. Pity he left the ring.
Ipsos leadership poll boosts Harper and Layton, devastating for Ignatieff
As if the horse race numbers were not devastating enough for the Liberal campaign, Ipsos-Reid has a poll out today showing the numbers behind the horse race.
Bottom line, Harper leads in all but one category, Ignatieff is in third in all but one and Layton is a solid second. Campaigns matter, things can change but this is not a good place for the Liberals to start from. Rather than put my own take on the numbers I give you the Ipsos news release.
We've had to back door so much.
Ipsos leadership poll boosts Harper and Layton, devastating for Ignatieff
Bottom line, Harper leads in all but one category, Ignatieff is in third in all but one and Layton is a solid second. Campaigns matter, things can change but this is not a good place for the Liberals to start from. Rather than put my own take on the numbers I give you the Ipsos news release.
It is a stunning admission of how far the Liberal Party has fallen when you consider that one of the most successful political parties in the western world picked as their leader a complete political novice who spent nearly 30 years outside the country.
