It was quite an election night and as I write this, we still don’t know who won. Even when we do know, it’s going to be awkward governing with the two big opposing parties so close in number. The two parties have a few things in common. Both seem to favour axing the carbon tax and going ahead with liquefied natural gas for export, but they disagree on some major issues, particularly the environment and climate change.
Actually both parties missed the boat on climate change, nature issues weren’t really a hot topic. That was surprising given the extreme weather we’ve been experiencing –the floods, fires and drought. B.C. still has wildfires burning - never mind what’s been happening elsewhere in the world. But, they disagree on most issues, and that's the big problem.
It isn't unusual for British Columbians to get tired of incumbent governments, no matter whether they're right, left, or medium, after two or three terms in office. We want someone new. Usually when we get rid of the IN party we do a good job of it, and give the new bunch a minority at least. This time we seem to have a hung jury.
Regardless of whether the NDP or the Conservatives get the final win, when all the votes are counted, neither side is likely to have a huge majority. I can't remember when British Columbians were so divided politically. There's only one way to ensure we are kept happy, healthy and safe, that is for all 93 MLAs to work together. So please, please, please Mr. Rugstad and Mr Eby, forget the pointing fingers and verbal attacks, and remember, half the voters didn't want you.
