POSTED RESPONSE TO A COLUMN IN TORONTO'S GLOBE AND MAIL
Does it really need to be revealed?
I think it's pretty clear what Harper's course will be.
Cut, cut, cut.
The recession has actually provided a dream scenario for Harperites.
They first get to look concerned over national welfare in the recession, throwing out tens of billions.
Then to cover the deficit, they get to cut every program they ever hated, and that includes a lot.
It's just a version of what the Republicans have done for decades in Washington.
They cut taxes and cut taxes to the point of irresponsible, massive deficits.
Then they get to attack the deficits by attacking the things they've always disliked.
Harper & Co are so predictable.
On almost any matter of national interest - from international trade to defense to budgets - they take their cue from Washington's right wing.
