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Originally Posted by TallDrinkofWater
It's going to be very funny when McIvor wins - a lot of denial on here as usual and when the election results are released you will all be posting comments like "I can't believe it, our poll had nenshi at 90%"
The truth is the opinions of people on this forum make up a small minority with extremist ideals - and a lot of you don't even live in Calgary and you can't guarantee that someone from California that's jobless is checking out things in Calgary and happens to cast a vote in the poll. Already there are people here that are resorting to insults that are only used on this forum - inside jokes around here. To me it doesn't come across as a sign of political influence/might - rather it gives me the impression of a support group.
The comment sections in mainstream media are more representative of the general public's opinion. This forum is not mainstream - but I think we can all agree that mainstream media has more influence than blogs and forums - for now.
For clarity, the point here is that this is a specialty website made up of a relatively small group of voters with strong opinions on certain topics. It is not representative of the general voting public. The attempts to justify waste and the inside jokes are proof to me that there's a lot of denial going on here. Hopefully some of you will take off the pink sunglasses. |
It was actually really interesting to watch the election last night. I don't remember the last time a municipal election captivated everyone in the City. Everywhere you go, people were talking. Good or bad, it got them talking. It really goes to show how passionate Calgarians are in which direction they would like to see their City go. Way to go Calgarians!
Personally, I think 90% would be a bit of a stretch, but his 40% was still very good. That's a very good ratio for a campaign that probably cost the least compared to many of the front runners.
It's politics. Even with your most favorite candidate, there's always going to be an issue or two you dont quite agree with. But as far as campaigns go, Nenshi had a really well laid out platform. I didnt at first agree with all his policies, but where he couldnt promise the full meal deal, he provided an action on how about to approch the issue. Other candidates on the other hand, I felt like I was getting a nod, and perhaps a promise they hadnt thought out yet. I cant vote for someone who nods to get my vote. I require a plan. Politicians dream big. And many make promises they cannot deliver.
For example, where other candidates promised an LRT to the airport (likely without thinking it through), it was a promise that they would work out when they get into office. And when promises arent kept, we all know what happens. Nenshi's approach was simple. He agreed with LRT to the airport, but told you realistically that it's not something that would happen overnight. However, to help with the problem in the meantime, he'd provide BRT from downtown and Westwinds. His promise is realistic. It's something that is achievable in the short term. It's a goal that is within reach. That's the way to do it. Congrats Nenshi!
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