Grand Manan Leading the Charge??
As much as we are all supposed to "abhor" vigalante justice, are their many people out there who don't have at least some sympathy for the residents of Grand Manan Island?? Living in Saint John where the problem in 100 fold, many can relate. The Island has had a long standing problem with Drugs that is only getting worse. On this score, I actually do agree with PM Harper. Reform of our archaic system is needed, to bring us to the point to deal with the realities of today's society.
People try to blame the RCMP, the judges, etc.........look closer people....it's the justice system that is the root problem. Our members of the system, deal inside the law as it is written. In this particular case, people were driven outside of the law to try and deal with a situation that is ruining their way of life. I really hope Harper is planning some real change, instead of just paying lip service......we are watching Mr.PM.
On a releated note, Bernard Lord stated that the government is looking into it also. Where in the hell have they been?? The drug problem on the Island has never been a secret........anymore than the one in Saint John or other areas of the Province are. I guess it has to get drastic before our government pays attention. Once again Lord has an eye opener. Then again, if Saint John is any indication, I doubt it will make any difference in that respect.
Good luck Grand Manan, the media attention will eventually pass........lets hope the politicians will remember.......
Just don't hold your breath.
People try to blame the RCMP, the judges, etc.........look closer people....it's the justice system that is the root problem. Our members of the system, deal inside the law as it is written. In this particular case, people were driven outside of the law to try and deal with a situation that is ruining their way of life. I really hope Harper is planning some real change, instead of just paying lip service......we are watching Mr.PM.
On a releated note, Bernard Lord stated that the government is looking into it also. Where in the hell have they been?? The drug problem on the Island has never been a secret........anymore than the one in Saint John or other areas of the Province are. I guess it has to get drastic before our government pays attention. Once again Lord has an eye opener. Then again, if Saint John is any indication, I doubt it will make any difference in that respect.
Good luck Grand Manan, the media attention will eventually pass........lets hope the politicians will remember.......
Just don't hold your breath.
