Two things happened in Alberta politics this week that demonstrate just how zealous “green” politicians everywhere are about the theory that human activities are causing dangerous climate change.
Under pressure from voters over the $3-billion-a-year carbon tax that it brought in on Jan. 1, Alberta’s NDP government lashed back.
First, on Tuesday the NDP caucus officially demanded that Wildrose Leader Brian Jean remove MLA Don MacIntyre from his post as opposition critic for renewable energy and electricity.
Why? Had MacIntyre been pilfering funds from taxpayers?
Had he been harassing interns? Making racist statements?
No. MacIntyre’s sin was expressing doubts about the manmade climate change theory.
In short, the NDP wanted MacIntyre removed for exercising his right to free expression.
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Don't let climate alarmists muzzle your skepticism | Gunter | Columnists | Opini
Under pressure from voters over the $3-billion-a-year carbon tax that it brought in on Jan. 1, Alberta’s NDP government lashed back.
First, on Tuesday the NDP caucus officially demanded that Wildrose Leader Brian Jean remove MLA Don MacIntyre from his post as opposition critic for renewable energy and electricity.
Why? Had MacIntyre been pilfering funds from taxpayers?
Had he been harassing interns? Making racist statements?
No. MacIntyre’s sin was expressing doubts about the manmade climate change theory.
In short, the NDP wanted MacIntyre removed for exercising his right to free expression.
more
Don't let climate alarmists muzzle your skepticism | Gunter | Columnists | Opini