Those who like referendums say they are a splendid instance of direct democracy. They are also useful and valid when it comes to ratifying such things as constitutions and constitutional amendments. Unscrupulous politicians can use the referendum to appeal to populist, emotional sentiments, often to gain support for extremist measures. Referendums also are a convenient tool that majorities often use to impose their will on minorities. I personally agree with the Canadian Alliance's stand on referendums in principle.
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Referendums also are a convenient tool that majorities often use to impose their will on minorities. In Edmund Burk's day parliament had not been hi-jacked by unscrupulous men . The idea of parliament used to be that it's members should represent the wishes of their constituents. Ask John Nunziata what happens to a liberal who dares to vote the wishes of his constituents. It is my fervent wish that the Canadian Alliance forms the government.