Premier John Horgan is leaning on the taxpayers’ wallet with his decision to use public money to fund political parties. The NDP could have displayed a giant step forward instead of following in the footsteps of former premiers.
The taxpayers already provide a bonus to politicians in the form of a campaign donation with a generous tax receipt. The political handout is far more generous than any other charitable donation. It is another example of feeding from the trough, a hand in the taxpayer’s pocket, and taking candy from a baby. Politicians will call it something else.
Taking $30 million from the taxpayer is a poor choice and weak leadership. This highway robbery could have funded HOV lanes and reduced transit fares. What could have been a demonstration of courage shows weakness and will provide an opportunity for an early election.
Politicians earn trust and respect. Unfortunately, this is a classic tale of Robin Hood robbing the rich … to help the politicians.
Art Bickerton
Saanich