‘The Liberal government’s double standard with respect to Quebec and the West.’ Letters to the editor for May 27
The article discusses the perceived double standard of the Liberal government regarding Quebec's and Alberta's separation movements. While Quebec's referendums are not labeled as undemocratic, Alberta's proposed referendum is criticized by the Prime Minister. This inconsistency has led to frustration among Albertans, some of whom are leaning towards separatism.
- ▪The Liberal government opposes Quebec's separation referendums but denounces Alberta's proposed referendum.
- ▪Many Albertans feel they receive an unfair deal in confederation despite generally higher living standards.
- ▪The push for Alberta's separation is fueled by a mix of local elites and oil companies benefiting from current policies.
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Open this photo in gallery:Prime Minister Mark Carney makes a statement in the Library of Parliament in Centre Block on Parliament Hill on Friday.Justin Tang/The Canadian PressShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountSOSRe “Global conference floats solutions to combat sharp drop in official development assistance” (May 20): When governments slash foreign aid, as Canada, Britain, the United States and others have done, they sometimes gather in shamefaced meetings to discuss “reform,” “bold new approaches,” improved “resilience,” more “trade” and, yet again, greater involvement of the private sector and charities.In the face of growing poverty, disease, war and climate-related disasters to come, this conference underscored the moral, political and…
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