Today, Stephen Harper made a change in his cabinet arrangements. The new cabinet includes several new female members who are managing key portfolios, in an attempt to recognize the troubling economic times. John Baird, who was previously Minister of Environment, has now taken the job of Minister of Transport. In addition, Lawrence Cannon has now been assigned as Minister of Foreign Affairs. Also, Tony Clement will now be responsible for the Industry, in order to address Ontario's crippled auto sector. In light of these recent appointments, Stephen Harper said, "The new cabinet introduced today is composed of an experienced team that's prepared to work on behalf of all Canadians."
However, Deputy Liberal deputy leader, Michael Ignatieff told CBC News that, "Mr. Harper used the word team. The question is, is it a team or a one-man band as before?" Ignatieff is referring to the several allegations of Harper's tight leash on all his ministers and alleged controlling nature. Ignatieff also commented on Finance Minister Jim Flaherty saying, "keeping Mr. Flaherty says our economic policy so far has been good for Canadians. We in the Liberal opposition think it's been bad for Canada, because he made some tax cuts that left us no room to help Canadians in tough times."
Opinion: I feel a change in cabinet will not result in a new policy for Canada. Harper has led this country in the same direction of partisan bickering and division, and I think the same will follow after his cabinet change. Michael Ignatieff is absolutely right in my opinion and I hope he can lead the new Liberal party and defeat Mr. Harper.
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