Dear Editor,
Nearly 40 Bowen Islanders attended the Green Party launch for Ken Melamed last Thursday at Gleneagles Golf Club. It signals a huge level of interest and support on our island for a positive change in our federal political landscape. Organizers had anticipated up to 150 attendees—but over 300 showed up to hear Elizabeth May, Bowen Islander Wade Davis and candidate Ken Melamed share their thoughts on why the Green Party should (and likely will) win this riding.
Statistics from recent provincial and federal elections reveal that when voter turnout is high, the Greens attract a lot of votes and win seats. So…if you don’t want to see a Conservative represent us and you do want to see an MP like Ken Melamed in Ottawa that is committed heart and soul to democracy, to a sustainable economy, to fiscal responsibility, and to social justice (not to mention intelligent policies to protect our environment) please encourage everyone you know to vote this fall!
I feel heartened and inspired by Elizabeth May’s leadership and by the integrity and intelligence of the candidates who are running in this election. The Green Party has become a mature and serious contender to become a positive influence in Canadian politics.
We’ll be hosting Ken Melamed on Bowen for some information sessions in the coming months. If you’re interested in learning more about the Green Party and its platform send us a note!
Sincerely,
Tim Wake, Kathryn Thomson and Fenella Jacquet
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