While searching for something on my computer, I came across two old items discussing political issues – but not at all in a serious way. I hope these bits of nonsense will give you a smile during this time of unrelenting negative news.
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It was recently reported that a city councillor from Kingston, nominated to run for the Conservative Party in next year’s provincial election, has withdrawn his candidacy. He decided that he could not face becoming a participant in a governing system in which political parties and their strong discipline keep elected members from representing the wishes of the voters and acting democratically.
I can appreciate the frustration about being forced to toe the party line, although such discipline is most evident within the governing party since the defection of members could lead to defeat of the government. Such defections in opposition parties, while potentially embarrassing, are much less significant in terms of political impact. |
AuthorC. Richard Tindal, Ph.D is a retired Professor of Government. He taught for 30 years at St. Lawrence College, Kingston and was an occasional Visiting Professor at Queen's University. He has also written and consulted extensively about government. Archives
October 2023
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