"The Conservative government, it seems, just wants the bill tabled, and will deal with the consequences afterward. I wonder if they’re ready to lose a federal election. That’s one hell of a consequence." Read the full article.
The Georgia Straight on Copyright Reform
January 31, 2008
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One Hell of a Consequence…
It would be that much, at the very least. I can’t see it triggering an open revolt within the caucus before the election…but afterwards?