Open letter to Canadian Senators
Dear Senators,
You are all now doubtlessly aware of the results of Election 41 in this country of ours. The Conservatives now hold a majority of the seats in the House of Commons. With their party whips, this means that they can pass any bill that they propose.
A lot of their election platform frightens and dismays me. Superprisons, US-style copyright reform, blocking generic drugs for third world countries -- all of these are policies that I disagree heartily with, and can logically debate how they are unnecessary or even harmful.
The Senate in this country is supposed to be a bastion of sober second thought. With a Conservative majority in the house, your job is now more important than ever. Putting aside all question of Senate reform, I ask you to step up to the plate. Please, perform the duties that the Canadian public expects of you. Look at each bill that's tabled in a critical light. Analyze it for its strengths and weaknesses. Analyze the costs and benefits. Please, determine if the bills actually deserve to be passed. And if they don't, do not be shy about giving the House of Commons that message. You have the power to stop inappropriate, unconstitutional, and ill-advised bills. When you see one come across your desk, please use it.
Sincerely,
-Psychedelic Bike
You are all now doubtlessly aware of the results of Election 41 in this country of ours. The Conservatives now hold a majority of the seats in the House of Commons. With their party whips, this means that they can pass any bill that they propose.
A lot of their election platform frightens and dismays me. Superprisons, US-style copyright reform, blocking generic drugs for third world countries -- all of these are policies that I disagree heartily with, and can logically debate how they are unnecessary or even harmful.
The Senate in this country is supposed to be a bastion of sober second thought. With a Conservative majority in the house, your job is now more important than ever. Putting aside all question of Senate reform, I ask you to step up to the plate. Please, perform the duties that the Canadian public expects of you. Look at each bill that's tabled in a critical light. Analyze it for its strengths and weaknesses. Analyze the costs and benefits. Please, determine if the bills actually deserve to be passed. And if they don't, do not be shy about giving the House of Commons that message. You have the power to stop inappropriate, unconstitutional, and ill-advised bills. When you see one come across your desk, please use it.
Sincerely,
-Psychedelic Bike