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Originally Posted by NB_ExistsToo
The problem is, the party isn't inherently Anti-French, but their platform attracts anyone that is Anti-French. So there lies the problem. Kris Austin may not be (I don't know, I haven't listened to him all that much). And this may be the propaganda speaking, but I haven't heard PA mention they would eliminate English speaking requirements in Francophone locations as well.
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I think there is truth to the point that the anti-French element would be attracted to PANB, but if these people actually knew what the party's agenda really was, they would likely be disappointed.
As I've said before, the PANB is not anti-bilingual, but is in favour of the reasonable and pragmatic application of bilingualism across the province, with the easiest access to bilingual services in already bilingual areas. This would solve (for example) the dilemma of ambulances locked in storage bays in Harvey while an (otherwise qualified) EMT living next door can't work because he doesn't speak French. Similarly, an Anglophone fisherman on Miscou Island (yes there are some), might have to get used to the idea of not always getting served in English at the neighbourhood NBLC store.
As for Kris Austen himself, he comes across as a very reasonable and bright individual. He's probably the best asset the PANB has.
Things can change however, and if the anti-bilingual right wing fringe eventually takes over the PANB, the party will be consigned to the scrap heap of history just like the CoR.
This is one of the reasons why the LIB and PC are trying to paint the PANB as extremist, to try and frighten reasonable people from exploring their agenda.
FWIW, I'm not a PANB supporter, but it disturbs me to see how the party is getting smeared by others.......