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Appointing Jean as GG won't win the Libs a pile of votes from "pur-laine" Quebecers (not that it will hurt them).

What this is really about is ensuring that Quebec's various ethnic communities remain federalist at a time when the PQ and BQ have been making more of an effort to gain support from those communities.

   

Um, how about we actually have A real General in the spot of Governor General, I mean, They've actually been to war and know the world, and would represent our military in the best manner.

Actually, instead of having this stupid position, why not just get rid of it all together. I'm sick and tired of this socialist nightnare we have has government. I just love paying taxes so the GG can host tea parties at here castle, and fly all over the world to get drunk with a bunch of politicians, while the position initself holds no power what so ever.

   

Because, the Govnernor-General is not a military post. It's a political post.

   

"He or she serves a symbolic role as the Commander-in-Chief of the Canadian Armed Forces. The Governor General attends state banquets and functions, makes and hosts state visits, and awards medals, decorations, and prizes (including the Governor General's Literary Awards)."

Sorry, a real general would best serve this position. As a general is more worldly than some Journalist at the CBC who hosts Rough Cuts.

   

"Because, the Govnernor-General is not a military post. It's a political post."

Oh, would you care to here from some troops on the matter?

Army.ca

   

Note the word symbolic.

Why does a military carreer trump others? It's simply another path through life.

   

Here's an idea: how about we start picking our Governor Generals according to how QUALIFIED they are?

   

Nah, people would rather bitch and whine about how the GG spend the tax payers money on little insignificant side trips.....

   

"Why does a military carreer trump others? It's simply another path through life."

Because the've actually put their life on the line for the country, and they have alot better understanding of world politics than some hack reporter. That right there trumps a CBC personality.

For instance, what would you say if they nominated Don Cherry for the position. He's pro military, Born in Canada(although as our latest and former GG, not a requirement), and the biggest pro Canadian today. Would he fit the mold in your view?

   

He would and he wouldn't. His choice of attire is a major sumbling block on the way to being GG.

You're right in that soldiers have a unique view on the world and for that reason I would nominate Romeo Dallaire, but he's already got government job. But soldiers don't have a monopoly on the Zeitgeist and not all reporters are hacks either. 2004 was the worst year for deaths of journalists globally and many CBC reporters have covered many a war. Of course, such is not the case for our next GG to be.

   

Avro, arguing her race is a positive point is in itself, racist. It assumes that as a black woman, one can ascribe certain attributes to her simply because of her race/gender. That's bullshit. It's the same as the tired old argument that "all the power positions in government are held by old white men." That's crap too.

Instead of talking about the most inconsequential diversity available, the biological type, maybe this country could have some real diversity in the halls of power. Diversity of opinion, diversity of regions, etc.

I mean, just imagine if Canada had a.......

PRIME MINISTER WHO WASN'T A LAWYER FROM QUEBEC!

I know, I know, it's a scary thought. Better off voting Liberal again. I'm sure things will continue to run swimmingly with them in office for a few more years!

   

Paul Martin quotations:

Now, a person of her 'experience' (ie, her rough childhood) would certainly have much to offer in the areas of international relations, etc, but it seems to me that most people are concerned with her 'experience' as a symbol. "Look, we hired an unfortunate, we're caring and considerate." or "Look everyone, unfortunates can get ahead in life."

While it may be positive to present these ideas, hiring her for this purpose is kind of contradictory to what they're promoting.

   

Are you kidding!!! When did that ever happen? It seems like you need to get your facts straight (J/K)

For once, I would like to see a politician that has integrity and not only considers acting solely based on getting votes. I would not even care where he is from, Quebec or Alberta. As long as decency is part of the game.

   

Uhh... What were you saying? I was too busy staring at your avatar again.

   

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