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| stejones ::: Favorites 2007-11-25 23:15:14 Hi Samuel, Thanks for the response. I agree that representation in the house of commons is just one of the many steps that should be taken. Cheers, Steve __________________________________________________ | |
| samuelfbaron ::: Favorites 2007-11-23 16:00:54 Sorry I couldn't post a video response...I couldn't get access to video equipment! __________________________________________________ | |
| samuelfbaron ::: Favorites 2007-11-23 16:00:02 They now have the political ability to barter and essentially say "we will not support your policies, if ours aren't recognized" which can have enormous effects in parliament, especially if a minority government is governing. I believe this is a positive, progressive first step forward to equality for aboriginals, although I do acknowledge Canada has along way to go before Aboriginals are treated properly. __________________________________________________ | |
| samuelfbaron ::: Favorites 2007-11-23 15:59:52 I believe the first initiative that must be undertaken is, creating a number of reserved seats within the House of Commons (and potentially provincial legislatures) for aboriginals. In the House of Commons roughly 4% , which translates to roughly 12 seats, can ensure the aboriginals adequate representation. __________________________________________________ | |
| samuelfbaron ::: Favorites 2007-11-23 15:59:13 The aboriginals are dispersed throughout the country, so it is difficult for them to organize and be a major player in politics. Quebec exists within a given territory where it is easy for them to mobilize towards a cause and elect adequate representation in the House of Commons, as the Bloc Quebcois has done. __________________________________________________ | |
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