Election possiblities could go either way
In a recent interview, Stephen Harper discussed the possibility of an election occurring in 2011, as well as his confidence in his party’s success in said possible election
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Stephen Harper says he thinks there’s a “50/50” chance of an election this year — and his governing Conservatives are ready for the fight when it comes.
The prime minister made the comment in an interview with CBC News aired on Tuesday night. Harper answered questions on topics ranging from what he would do on issues such as abortion and capital punishment if he wins a majority government to whether he thinks Canadian political discourse has become overly nasty.
At the end of the interview, the prime minister was pressed by CBC News anchor Peter Mansbridge on whether his “gut” tells him an election will occur this year.
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In my opinion, to hold an election now would simply be a waste of taxpayers’ dollars. Unless Harper commits a truly serious gaffe and loses confidence, there shouldn’t be an election this year.