It would appear that the Right Honourable Paul Martin, formally still the Prime Minister of Canada, is being a pretty good sport in respect of the results of the election.
The last session of Parliament was a tense one, and would have been exhausting for any Prime Minister — even when times seemed to be looking up, he couldn't catch a break, lol; a lot of that seemed to be the result of over a decade of governance under the Right Honourable Jean Chrétien — but one cannot place all of the blame on a former Prime Minister.
I think that the winds of change may have been inevitable, whether or not they had done a good job or bad; the uncovered scandals in the Government may have only served to speed up the process.
I would agree that Canada's best days are ahead.
May the slates be cleaned, and may we be governed with decorum and civility.
:!: Edit Added a poll.
I can't blame him; he must be tired.The Rt. Hon. Paul Martin said:Ottawa, Canada
January 25, 2006
As Prime minister, I would like to personally thank and congratulate all Canadians who voted on Monday.
Your participation in the electoral process is essential in fostering a strong democracy for our country.
I am proud to see that Canada remains a healthy democracy, a great model for all countries around the world.
On January 23rd, Canadians expressed their choice and we wish the best to Prime Minister-designate Stephen Harper and his team.
I would like to reassure Canadians that my team and I will work together to facilitate the transition that will lead to the installation of a new government.
It has been an honour for me to be your prime minister and to represent Canada on the international scene. Canada is a great nation and its greatest days lie ahead.
The last session of Parliament was a tense one, and would have been exhausting for any Prime Minister — even when times seemed to be looking up, he couldn't catch a break, lol; a lot of that seemed to be the result of over a decade of governance under the Right Honourable Jean Chrétien — but one cannot place all of the blame on a former Prime Minister.
I think that the winds of change may have been inevitable, whether or not they had done a good job or bad; the uncovered scandals in the Government may have only served to speed up the process.
I would agree that Canada's best days are ahead.
May the slates be cleaned, and may we be governed with decorum and civility.
:!: Edit Added a poll.