Elections

You don't really understand a country until you live through an election. All that political rhetoric reveals the true personality of a nation. Elections force people to evaluate what issues they really care about.

Canada went to the polls today. Everyone's predicting a Conservative lead, but not a clear majority. We will wake up to a new Canada tomorrow. Harper has worked hard over the past few months to soften his image. However, like all politicians, he can turn on a dime. His conservative christian backers are going to call in their favors soon. Will the realities of a minority government keep him in check? That seems to be the question on everyone's mind.

Meanwhile the Liberals get to sit in the penalty box and reflect on all the wrongs of the past 12 years. They better be ready next time around.