Thanks Allan and Wesley. Lots of interesting observations here about how people inform their opinions and perspectives. One wonders why public education systems across the country do such a poor job teaching civics, which was certainly evidenced by the misunderstandings of many of the convoy participants, i.e, their idea that by calling the Governor General's office, they could overthrow a recently elected government. I would add history to that list. It is a shame that a common curriculum in these two key subjects cannot be implemented across the country in order that every citizen can truly understand and appreciate how we govern ourselves. And Allan's comment that many young people today do not feel that their government serves their interests well, is sad and quite concerning. One wonders how many of them have made an effort to get involved in the democratic process themselves to try to make a difference.
Thanks Allan and Wesley. Lots of interesting observations here about how people inform their opinions and perspectives. One wonders why public education systems across the country do such a poor job teaching civics, which was certainly evidenced by the misunderstandings of many of the convoy participants, i.e, their idea that by calling the Governor General's office, they could overthrow a recently elected government. I would add history to that list. It is a shame that a common curriculum in these two key subjects cannot be implemented across the country in order that every citizen can truly understand and appreciate how we govern ourselves. And Allan's comment that many young people today do not feel that their government serves their interests well, is sad and quite concerning. One wonders how many of them have made an effort to get involved in the democratic process themselves to try to make a difference.