Stephen Harper Cloaks The Real Agenda On Fixed Election Dates Inclusive Of &Quot

Think he may make it November 2nd..........?<br />
<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Election_Day">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Election_Day</a>_(United_States)<br />
"Many social activists oppose this date, believing that it decreases voter turnout, since it is part of the workweek. Many advocate making election day a national holiday or allowing voters to cast their ballots over two or more days."<br />
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<p>---<br>RickW

This article is nonsense. The free trade agreement is one of the most important achievements by a Canadian government in the 20th century--it has secured our access to the American market, and provided a free-flow of goods and services from the Americans to Canadians as well. If you believe in Trudeau's vision for a modern nation as some sort of economic island, cut off from the rest of the world, I suggest moving to Cuba or perhaps North Vietnam--some of the only remaining 'island' economies. Trudeau's vision would have left us cut off. Simple dislike for the American people on the part of those who frequent this site is not grounds for cutting off free trade with our largest trading partner. It would be an economic disaster to cut off free trade, and it was brilliant forsight on the part of the federal government, anticipating the now-global economy, to take a leadership role and sign the agreement.
As for electoral reform, hidden motives are much more a trait of the Martin/Chretien governments, and I think it is premature to assume that there is anything but sincere intent for this legislation. The Prime Minister has written extensively on the issue of electoral reform, and it seems central to his--and his government's--agenda. Wait for proof before assuming that it is all smoke-and-mirrors.