Canadian Federalists Are Crazy!

I mean, what the fuck are they smoking when it comes to the Alberta referendum? Most commentators are taking precisely the wrong tack when it comes to the provincial plebiscite: they're arguing that a way should be found to kill it.

First off, that's a deliberate and serious violation of the conditions of democracy and representative government. Secondly, as long as Smith's conditions are met, it's got to be a go. People must be able to have their say, and the result must be respected by all sides.

And then there's the huge elephant in the room that seems to escape most so-called sophisticated political commentators. If you don't hold it as promised, support for separation will immediately tick up, likely in waves. So, collectively, give your heads a serious shake. Conservation and the continuity of Canadian federalism more than likely depend on it.