POLI 221 Study Guide - Final Guide: Planned Economy, Western Alienation In Canada, Unitary State
8 Aug 2016
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Canada wanted rep by region and not equal representation between provinces. Weak proportional representation: alberta,bc, ontario in the upper house-defended on the grounds that senate provides regional representation(equal)- unequal composition=failure to represent the regions. Lack of democratic legitimacy and partisanship that is weaker than the house. Lack of public legitimacy=junior partner in the national parliament(formal powers are almost identical to the house, minus the political legitimacy) This institutional norm prevents the upper house from expressing the distinct concerns of the canadian regions. They re-examine to ensure that minority interest-regional,linguistic,political were adequately protected, serve as a check on democratic excess. They have relative independence from the cabinet and freedom from constituency work and electoral considerations allow them to operate in a more consensual and deliberative wa. Non-partisan(makes them more effective in legislation review)-business people, president of ngo"s, senior managers-people who make a difference without being involved in politics(attracted by appointment) Senates efficacity depends on the quality of appointments(pm)
