Why aren’t more Alberta MPs standing against separatism?
The article discusses the lack of vocal opposition from Alberta MPs against separatism, contrasting their silence with the historical courage shown by Quebec politicians. It highlights the dangers of appeasing separatist sentiments and calls for stronger leadership to defend Canadian unity. The piece emphasizes the importance of principled political action in the face of division.
- ▪There are 37 Alberta MPs in the House of Commons, with 33 being Conservatives.
- ▪The majority of Alberta MPs have remained silent on the issue of separatism.
- ▪Former politicians like Jason Kenney have been more vocal against separatism than current officeholders.
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Open this photo in gallery:Alberta separatists rally outside the offices of Elections Alberta in Edmonton, on May 4.Todd Korol/ReutersShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountPeter Donolo served as director of communications to Jean Chrétien. The night before the 1968 federal election, prime minister Pierre Trudeau attended the annual St. Jean Baptiste Parade in Montreal. A mob of enraged Quebec separatists began hurling bottles and rocks at him. As most of the other dignitaries scurried for cover, security tried to hustle the PM off to safety. Mr.
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