Just this morning I looked back at something I had written on May 21st, 1996, when I ran as a candidate for the Reform Party of BC.
As British Columbians we enjoy the richness of our multi-cultural diversity – job opportunities in every imaginable field – scenic splendor for all to enjoy – and an abundance of natural resources that in the past have fueled the economic growth of our province. And you ask, "How can we protect this quality of life?”
- You feel taxed to death and over governed
- You’ve lost faith in political parties that have repeatedly failed to deliver on what they promise
- You’re concerned about ensuring that we have a quality health and education system we can be proud of
- And you’re concerned about maintaining a caring society that offers a hand to those in need
It is now 14 years later, and since then we endured one more term of the NDP … followed by a decade of the Liberals. Since 1996 what has changed from the concerns I heard back then?
We still feel taxed to death and over governed … in fact a 15% tax reduction offered this Fall (which never should have been promised in the first place), was yanked back days later by the Liberals.
Politicians continue to make promises they can’t – or won’t – keep.
