I agree that Queen Elizabeth II was an outstanding sovereign. In addition to contributing to stability and continuity, I feel that there are many intangible benefits to society from a constitutional monarchy. Social cohesion, unity and higher purpose. As I watched the exquisite funeral ceremonies, I reflected on the impact participation, whether it be queuing up for 12 hours to pay final respects or playing bagpipes or singing in the choirs, has forever changed the lives and elevated the perception of self of so many who may not have a lot of positive in their lives during these difficult times. As far as GG and LG that’s a conversation that needs to happen, in my opinion, within the framework of agreement on the benefits to Canada of remaining in the Commonwealth. Thanks as always for this video series. I’m learning so much.
An interesting discussion. I suspect that it wouldn't matter how the Gov. General was selected, if the worst-case scenario developed. (A government trying to cling to power, even with a minority of seats and without obvious support from a third party. - Or a government refusing to call an election after losing a confidence vote.) Anyone who was the GG would have to make a controversial decision and a significant number of Canadians would be displeased no matter what the GG did. Who the GG was might make a difference, how they were selected probably wouldn't.
I agree that Queen Elizabeth II was an outstanding sovereign. In addition to contributing to stability and continuity, I feel that there are many intangible benefits to society from a constitutional monarchy. Social cohesion, unity and higher purpose. As I watched the exquisite funeral ceremonies, I reflected on the impact participation, whether it be queuing up for 12 hours to pay final respects or playing bagpipes or singing in the choirs, has forever changed the lives and elevated the perception of self of so many who may not have a lot of positive in their lives during these difficult times. As far as GG and LG that’s a conversation that needs to happen, in my opinion, within the framework of agreement on the benefits to Canada of remaining in the Commonwealth. Thanks as always for this video series. I’m learning so much.
An interesting discussion. I suspect that it wouldn't matter how the Gov. General was selected, if the worst-case scenario developed. (A government trying to cling to power, even with a minority of seats and without obvious support from a third party. - Or a government refusing to call an election after losing a confidence vote.) Anyone who was the GG would have to make a controversial decision and a significant number of Canadians would be displeased no matter what the GG did. Who the GG was might make a difference, how they were selected probably wouldn't.