Trudeau praises Alberta Premier for Keystone lobbying

[puckstopshere]

Federal Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau is praising Alberta Premier Alison Redford for her efforts to get the United States to approve the proposed Keystone XL pipeline.

Appearing at a light-rail transit stop in Edmonton, Trudeau said Stephen Harper’s government, in contrast, hasn’t done enough to push the project.

Trudeau said the proposed line, which would carry bitumen from the Alberta oilsands to Texas, is critical to Canada.

Redford has made several trips to Washington to speak to decision-makers about Keystone’s benefits.

U.S. President Barack Obama is expected to make a final decision soon.

Trudeau is on his first western swing since becoming Liberal leader last month.

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/politics/trudeau-praises-alberta-premier-for-keystone-lobbying/a...

[ilurkthereforiam]

I would rather keep my options open and decide which way to vote based on the issues at that time although at this time I have to agree that anybody but Harper will do.  While I do agree with some of the policies presented by the Conservative government, overall, I feel his extreme partisan administration has been and continue to be detrimental to Canada and Canadians.

Pierre I agree that Harper should go, but the last time the Liberals had someone that I could vote for was Paul Martin.

I am disappointed the Copps didn't run against Trudeau and sad to see Garneau drop out.

I prefer the devil I know than to risk it all on Trudeau.

There is no way that I would vote for the Mulcare communists.

My hope is that Harper gets a minority in the next election and the party will replace him with progressive social moral values.

[prior-of-verity*shake-hands-with-your-devil]

I prefer the devil I know than to risk it all on Trudeau.

Could you, maybe in point form, articulate what it is about Trudeau you don't like. I know you have said things about him in the past but I'm wondering what the whole story is.

There is no way that I would vote for the Mulcare communists.

I've often heard this 'communist' concept thrown out there when it comes to the NDP, but honestly.......never really understood why. I've often heard the same said about politicians especially state side, such as Kennedy and recently Obama. Could you explain from your point of view when it comes to the NDP?

[prior-of-verity*shake-hands-with-your-devil]

Oops....almost forgot........

My hope is that Harper gets a minority in the next election and the party will replace him with progressive social moral values.

Sorry to keep asking questions.....I just want to be crystal clear on some things rather than assume. What would be "progressive" and especially "social moral" values in your view?

[ilurkthereforiam]

What would be "progressive" and especially "social moral" values in your view?

As in meaning enlightened.

I am a fiscal conservative and social liberal and totally against people with regressive moral values.

Some people that I know called my social values as being progressive.

Could you, maybe in point form, articulate what it is about Trudeau you don't like. I know you have said things about him in the past but I'm wondering what the whole story is.

I just don't like him. I can't put my finger on it but I don't trust him.

His wealth doesn't bother me, because I like Martin and the Kennedys (US).

I've often heard this 'communist' concept thrown out there when it comes to the NDP, but honestly.......never really understood why. I've often heard the same said about politicians especially state side, such as Kennedy and recently Obama. Could you explain from your point of view when it comes to the NDP?

They are the closest to being communist of the main political parties on the political spectrum in Canada.

[prior-of-verity*shake-hands-with-your-devil]

and totally against people with regressive moral values

Let me try again............what are regressive "moral" values in your view. Could you give me some examples?

I just don't like him. I can't put my finger on it but I don't trust him.

Well that's a fair answer, in a sense. We all go by 'gut' feelings at times but when I do, I also try and articulate it in some way, if not for others but at least for myself. Take Harper for instance..........I didn't like his face, his perfect haircut, his smile, even his suits. That was my gut reaction long ago but it was a minor reaction. But I have learned through life that sometimes......I'm wrong. So I did my research and learned the things he had said, his background, his friends, his goals and then it all came together. Maybe your wrong...or right....but I suggest you try to find out why.

They are the closest to being communist of the main political parties on the political spectrum in Canada.

Well to begin with you didn't say originally that they were the closest....you said they were. But ok....you meant the closest. So again I ask where do you see that? Communism has some major points such as:

-  The elimination of private ownership and property. I don't see the NDP advocating that.

-  It advocates a government system of total state owned production. I don't see that.

-  It advocates a totalitarian state of secrecy dominated by a single and self-perpetuating political party. I don't see that either........and actually it sounds more like the faux-conservative Harper government.

Anyhow........I'm off back outside on a nice day. Think about my questions. Get back to me later. Thanks.

[ilurkthereforiam]

You think about them.

I have better things to do on a day like today than to answer your questions.

[prior-of-verity*shake-hands-with-your-devil]

Whew.......hot day out there in the sun. Cold drink time.

Well lurk you didn't seem to have much to do..... until suddenly, the hard questions were asked. That really boils down to .........you don't have any answers. Maybe you'll have some after you play some of that game you sell..... Fantasy Rollplay.

[crafty_cat_lady]

"You've already decided against Harper and there is nothing that he can do or say that would get your vote."

Unfortunately, that is true for many voters on ALL sides.

Some people have decided decades ago to always vote for one party or another, regardless of policies or personalities.  They vote "the party" because their family has always voted "the party"!

I would rather keep my options open and decide which way to vote based on the issues at that time although at this time I have to agree that anybody but Harper will do.  While I do agree with some of the policies presented by the Conservative government, overall, I feel his extreme partisan administration has been and continue to be detrimental to Canada and Canadians.

This is especially vexing in Alberta, where far too many generations have grown up knowing nothing but Conservative governments. As for me, there is absolutely nothing could ever induce me to vote Conservative, either provincially or federally. As for the current "Conservatives" in power, please. They are not Conservatives. They are Reformers who found a way to hijack the true Conservative party. I did have some respect for Joe Clark, and consider him to be the last REAL Conservative who ever sat in Parliament.

As for the other parties... I base my choices on a combination of who the current leader is, how competent and trustworthy I think him/her, and how competent the local candidate is.

My MP, btw, is one of those who are gleefully sending out those anti-Trudeau attack ads to their constituents - the "ten-percenters" that are paid for by the taxpayers. I have emailed my MP to say how displeased I am with him for doing this. He's not doing much to earn his title of HONOURABLE member!

[prior-of-verity*shake-hands-with-your-devil]

I couldn't agree with you more.