Tuesday's Letters: Separatists on the Wrong Side of History
Re: Alberta should remain in Canada, but the status quo must change, by Danielle Smith, May 23. After reading the premier's article in the Journal, I was hoping for clarity. Turns out, her position, like her referendum question, is as clear as mud. She uses words like free and democratic society to serve only herself. Her commitment to freedom and democracy is hollow.
When writing about winning hearts and minds, she states we turned the tide. She is correct in that the tide has indeed turned, but whether she and her administration are responsible is very debatable and beside the point.
A Choice for Albertans
The point is that Canada is on the brink of a new and exciting future. We are coming to know ourselves and our place in the world, and there will be no turning back. Albertans and Canadians have a choice to embrace a peaceful and prosperous future for all or to remain entrenched in the politics of divisiveness, bitterness, and anger. The choice before us is between a hopeful life for generations to come or ending up in the unenviable spot on the wrong side of history. Choose well.
Lori Dexter, Edmonton
Constitutions Cannot Block Independence
From recent court decisions, I can’t help but wonder: Where does the Constitution say that Indigenous folks can prevent me from expressing my opinion? Why does it matter what the Constitution says if a society is hell-bent for independence? Did the Americans consult the British constitution before declaring independence? What about African and East Indian nations who chose independence? Did they consult the British or French constitutions before doing that?
Is it the job of the Supreme Court to create new torts? I thought it was the job of Parliament.
C.D. Radke, Edmonton
Let Legislature Vote on Separation
If Danielle Smith is such an avowed federalist, she should listen to the almost half a million Albertans who want the question asked in the legislature so our MLAs, who represent more than half of all Albertans, can vote on the record to end this divisive issue before it causes more damage to our province and country.
Listening to her statement, I could only think of the immortal words of the late premier Ralph Klein: “You can’t suck and blow at the same time!”
Ellie Shuster, Edmonton
Smith, UCP Cater to a Vocal Minority
It’s been three weeks since the largest data breach in Alberta’s history, when the personal information of almost three million Albertans was leaked to a separatist group. Albertans would expect a responsible government to ensure public safety and provide clear information on the breach, as well as steps that they can take to protect themselves. What did Danielle Smith and the UCP do? No comment until the investigation is completed.
Edmonton Journal
