Not happy with election choices: letter

I’m the first to admit it: I’m not impressed with the options available for the upcoming election.

All I want from the political leaders, who are looking for our votes, is commitment and accountability.

Clearly, our economic and social priorities are interdependent. We cannot create jobs and growth without modernizing our social, labour market and learning programs. We need a viable social system with economic health and stability.

The challenge becomes one of linking efforts, of combining resources to help Canadians find and keep jobs, while at the same time protecting those who are vulnerable and disadvantaged. A great start would be allowing our seniors and veterans not having to live in poverty.

Why is this so difficult to comprehend?

The political leaders must tap into the good that exists throughout the country to forge agreement on direction and develop the will and want to change. I don’t care who did what wrong five years ago. I just want a future in a country where I can be proud of where we are going.

I want a commitment to be listened to and that the chosen politician will work with all Canadians, different governments, groups and organizations so that we can develop, in partnership, a social framework that makes sense and is founded on our basic Canadian values.

If any politician can give me what I ask, they will get my support and my vote.

Roy MacEwen
Greater Sudbury