comments and the conservatives

[Hopperbin]

Perhaps the half of checking account is the political party contribution.

[Hopperbin]

Ado they can have half of my half million under checking account any time.

[parsley]

Cott, if you decide to continue on with bucket's "options" suggestion, then compare Canada to other countries in the world, and ask yourself, "What are my options of where I can live?" Methinks you got yourself worked up into a bit of fear-sweat.

Canadians truly live well. Our standard of living amazes me, and I'm grateful for it. And with our rule of law, out work ethic, and awareness, even a deep recession will be bearable.

All of us will be paying for the never ending greedy-wants of human beings, no matter how comfortable they are. Surely you don't think greed is going to mysteriously disappear. Teachers want more money. Walmart workers want higher wages. Governments react to their greed. Voters' greed. EVERY government. Wynne is the worst right now. And that gets us back to bucket's choices. Do farmers think Trudeau even understands what a budget is? Why a cutback is even necessary? Would Mulcair rack up more debt? Would he provide individuals with more choice or simply choose for you?

There are two ways to govern Canada . By either wealth distribution, aka taxes, OR by creating more wealth.. Mustard is a wealth creator. All farmers are true wealth creators. Cott says our wealth has been squandered (putting words in his mouth) and we are all going to live in old outhouses with candles for heat ( Well, maybe that's a stretch.) ;D
Mustard wants to to adopt all the poor people in the world and buy them a new house with our tax dollars. ;D

Isnt the answer to create more wealth, of every kind; be generous with it while choosing the people you give charity to; and pay your bills?

I have observed throughout the years, that most farmers work like slaves, make an unbelievable contribution to national export sales, spread dollars throughout their communities, "make ends meet", and truly care about, and help their neighbours and towns. And the family run farm is still strong.

Is there really anything better in life?

What are your national political options if your goal is the same in 2014 as it has always been? Justin? pars

[mbdog]

We are pretty fortunate that we don't have extremists on either side, but it boils down to picking a side...the middle is not a side, so we are left with two.
The party that promotes dignity, self respect, economic opportunity vs oppression, doesn't divide to conquer, and can say no gets my vote.

[parsley]

Even during the Great Depression, the hungriest of men looked to work on farms because they would get to eat well and have room and board in return for their labour.

Farmera are food producers, and we are good at it. Food is not a worry for the farm community.

But do worry about jihad and Islamists who are
determined to kill you because you are an infidel.

And will annihilate your children. And grandchildren.

You must elect a government who will protect Canadians.

If you vote for a government who is willing to consort with the terrorists in mosques, you will not be protected.

Choose wisely. Parsley.

[fjlip]

With the right BIG business has their way with us, with the left social spending means higher taxes. They all favor their buddies/supporters, seem to forget the taxpayers. I am not ALWAYS happy with any of them. Rural/farmer issues will NEVER be on any of their radars, 2% of population does not matter. Taken for granted, sorry.
Democracy, the worst system ...except for all the others.

[ado089]

Freedom left this country at least 25 years ago. I would rather have to "deal with" a little bit of security and safety on my own as opposed to having it imposed on me by my government. Muslims are the least of my concern, what keeps me up at night it over zealous and fearful bureaucrats. They seen as abundant as ever.

[samhill]

Funny how it always seems to me that whenever I phone a government agency, or even a bank or credit card office , insurance company, I usually get someone with a middle East accent, likely just me though.. Heck, today I phoned to add another radio to my Sirius XM account, and guess what?

[sumdumguy]

Yep, I think some foreigners know more about my bank accounts than I do. Pleases don't remind me.

[mbdog]

Center left...more power/control of government with government oversight.
Center right...more power/control in hands of industry/business with government oversight.
What needs to be addressed in this country for it to grow?..entitlements, re-distribution of federal powers/controls towards regional, and improving economic confidence and the attitude to risk/invest to foster growth.
Which political spectrum can best serve/deal with these current issues and yet still having the most positive societal impact potential.
Consider these scenarios, and regardless of one's political alignment.... the world is undeniably moving towards more open market/trade. whether we like it or not. Which party can best prepare our economy, inspire our people/businesses for the inevitable competition we are going to encounter.
We don't need more/better social programs...we need efficient social programs.
The list goes on and on.
This is a big part of why the current conservatives are in power, and why they should remain.