Stephen Harper talks the talk, but is still hesitant about walking the walk. The Harp announced today that the next Supreme Court Judge will be going in front of a panel to answer questions. The funny thing is, that the panel has no power whatsoever as the Harp is the only one who will choose if the judge will be appointed. This is a strong contrast from their election promises where the Supreme Court Judges would be voted on by the House of Commons. Well, at least this time he came close to an election promise. Having this panel is almost as effective as voting in a Cuban General Election. Although smoke is more transparent than drywall, the amount the Cons are pumping isn't making that distinction any easier. Now, I am a supporter of the current appointment system as it has worked just fine for the last 139 years but adding this "Show and Tell" step is just a waste of money if the process has absolutely no power in choosing the candidate.
I will now close with a quote that will put this whole thing into context:
"This promise of transparency appears to have been abandoned for what in fact is a rubber-stamp process, an afterthought rather that a genuine consultation,"-Vic Toews:August 2004 Supreme Court Appointment Hearing
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