Unfortunately, it wasn't much of an issue during the federal election campaign. But word is getting out that a new wave of trade agreements and regulatory "harmonization" to further handcuff all levels of Canadian government will likely be a top priority for the Harper Cons.
Fortunately, we do now have an Official Opposition which can credibly question whether such agreements actually serve anybody's interests other than those of businesses looking to shift all governments to the lowest possible standards. And while it's not hard to see how Harper might view the issue as a priority in reaching his goal of a neutered state, the issue may also serve to help unite Canada's progressive forces in short order.
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