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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 20, 1995
Page
7
Premier Gary Filmon rejects a referendum on funding Winnipeg's new arena while his government pushes a balanced budget law with a taxpayer protection clause requiring voter approval for major tax increases. The arena debate is criticized for smacking of backroom deals, contrasting with direct democracy as a clearer decision path.
Peter Holle argues Manitoba style referendums shaped spending since 1899, then collapsed in 1972 under Ed Schreyer’s NDP. He cites high taxes, debt, and delayed projects as fallout, noting arena referenda and public baths date to earlier votes, with taxpayers often backing schools and services over elite decisions.
Debby Sorochynski criticizes Dauphin-Swan River MP Marlene Cowling for backing Bill C-68 and for dismissing petition signatures. She argues the 1993 election results show most constituents opposed universal firearm registration and notes Cowling’s vote aligned with Liberals in a Liberal parliament. The letter urges Cowling to resign and highlights the June 9 continuing fight by Responsible Gun Owners of the Parkland.
Letter to the editor condemns Bill C-85 pushed by the Liberals on May 30. It criticizes rushed committee hearings, bans on opponents, and claims MPs will retain inflation protection and excessive perks despite token changes.
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