Deficit issues
Dear Editor:
I would like to counter a letter from Jonathan Schmidt (‘Ideological extremism, Jan. 9) claiming we do not live under “authoritarian socialism,” considering one person and his party have allowed 40 million citizens to live under a $60-billion deficit .
To Betty Bartleman (‘Disappointed,’ Jan. 9), yes, we would have money in government coffers to attend to our elderly if not for a $60 billion deficit.
Regarding publisher Dave Adsett’s editorial about bridges being closed (Politics of infrastructure, Jan. 9), see the above paragraph. Also, regarding speed limits on rural roads, we had 80km/h limits but when drivers were going 100km/h and higher we urged Wellington County to lower the limit to 60km/hour. Now everyone is happier when they go by at 80km/h.
Lastly, Pierre Poilievres ideas will not solve all of Canada’s problems, but it could be a good start. All of this could have been avoided three years ago if Justin Trudeau heeded the majority and introduced electoral reform (which he now admits as his biggest regret).
Frank Yanchus,
Centre Wellington
