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Alders Rocks the Boat In North East Kings
First I want to say that I personally like every one of our candidates. I know whoever wins will be a good representative. They all have passion and integrity. But do they all have political acumen and practical vision? Clearly they are unequal when it comes to strategy.
First, the dark horse, Chris Alders from the Green Party gave a very strong presentation with decisive answers and unequivocal policy statements - a very clear choice for environmentally conscious voters. Liberal Madonna Spinazola was passionate about nurturing community development, but fumbled the ball a lot -she really needs more public speaking lessons... Ouch! Jim Morton of the NDP was well prepared and scored some points for suggesting Community Services should not penalize working poor people for trying to upgrade their education... Too bad the wealthy and educated elite make the decisions. Mark Parent was also very well prepared with lots of supporters carrying helium filled blue PC balloons -someone should tell him balloons are bad for the environment and that there were more people without balloons sitting quietly and listening intently.
Chris Alders surprised me. Honestly, I had gone in support of Jim Morton, but now I'm feeling pulled toward the Greens. Chris Alders made me think deeply about the future. Now I guess I'll have to make a politically difficult decision because I like Madonna, Jim and Mark. God help me.
I know one thing for sure. I owe it to my son, Brendon, who I love more than Life itself, to carefully read all the platforms. What's in it for him? Only then, will I be able to cast my vote with a clear conscience.
I encourage you to read all about it too:
Green Party http://greenparty.ns.ca/
- Kimberly Smith's blog
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North Kings East
Hi Kim:
Thanks for writing an informative article on the debate -- its good to know that the Greens are fielding a viable candidate. As to how you are thinking of voting, may I respectfully suggest that, in this particular election, it matters more which party you vote for as opposed to voting for the candidate you feel has the most integrity or is the better speaker. Once the election is over, it's the Premier who makes policy, not the local candidate. The NDP and the PCs are in a close race all across the province. Of the two, the NDP's policies are more for the average guy, while the PC's policies generally favour the wealthy classes. I also like Jim Morton, and the fact that he's NDP just makes it that much easier for me to support him. That's just my two-cents.
Jimmy James
To All
Some good points to consider from both Jimmy and Kim. This may sound idealistic however I think that it is imperative in any election to decide for ones self what is truly important before we look at political organizations. Most these decisions centre on health, for without health we are hopeless. Without health one cannot entirely enjoy their passions in life nor can their life be one of fulfillment. Our towns, cities, provinces, and country are the very same in that all of the aforementioned rely on a healthy environment for their existence. If the health of our environment, our lifeline, is nurtured than we have taken care of the most basic (but currently complex) concern today. Here in Nova Scotia we have the highest rate of cancer in Canada, this will not change when million$ more are spent building hospitals. It is a time to consider the future and not a time to pick the winner of an election. We have a chance to show, by way of ballot, how important health is to us. My ballot will not go to the candidate with the most funds spent on signage it will go to the candidate who stand for the health and wellbeing of Nova Scotian’s.