POL 2101 Chapter Notes -6 Years, Brad Wall, National Post
6 Feb 2014
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2 new bills proposed to the house of commons. It retain the senate as a high-paid debating society or research institution is ridiculous. Sober second thought is needed to vet bills passed by their unicameral legistlatures. 2- the senate isn"t needed to protect provincial interests. That"s the role of elected mps and provincial governments. 3- an elected senate would not necessarily mean legislation approved by the commons. Support for abolishing the senate is fairly strong in canada provincial would get swift passage. First step hold a national referendum timed with a federal election to control. Abolishing the senate would be difficult because it requires a constitutional. Harper is open to the idea as long as it includes reform options. Provinces and territories that hold elections will have their nominees appointed when vacancies arise: elections could be held in conjunction with provincial elections, province-wide municipal elections, etc, previously established election agencies would oversee the process.
