“ I would like to ask just what, if any, are the advantages of being a republic. The movement appears to be driven by a desire to feel good about something for which I do not feel bad. And the changes it proposes appear to be entirely cosmetic. Currently a Governor General is appointed in accord with the wishes of the government of the day. The principal republican proposal is that a President be appointed in accord with the wishes of the government of the day. My 'yes' vote could only be secured if a major overhaul of the constitution was part and parcel of the deal and ensured the rights of citizens, accountability of elected officials, transparency of government processes and a slew of other 21st century reforms including an elected President. ”

David Pretty · 1 year ago · 3 votes · 1 comments