Who Stands Where

WHO STANDS WHERE? ISSUE ANALYSIS WORKSHEET 1. You previously selected three civic issues to use as a focal point for this assignment. On the chart on the next page, write in the issues that you selected below as the column headings. 2. Next, visit the websites of Canada’s major political parties to find out where they stand on each of the issues. You can return to the assignment page for the links if needed. In the space provided, summarize the position of each political party on the three issues, using point form. You can expand this chart as needed. 3. One extra row has been added to allow you to add in the name of one additional political party of your own choosing. This could be a smaller party that is running candidates in your area, or a party that you’ve heard of in the media. 4. Now that you’ve looked at the party positions, it’s time for you to take a stand. What do you think about this issue? Who’s right? Why? What would you do if you were the Prime Minister? Write one paragraph (5-8 sentences) to express your thoughts. Be sure both to express your opinion and to back up that opinion with at least two specific facts. 5. When you’ve completed the chart and the paragraph, proofread it carefully and then submit it for evaluation. Conservative Party Leader’s Name: Andrew Scheer Issue #1: Issue #2: Issue #3: Gun Control Taxes Abortion Policy (Canada) (should there be more restrictions while purchasing a gun?) (should citizens with higher incomes pay more taxes?) ● The conservative party does not want to change any of the laws in place. He only wants gun control for criminals and the mentally ill. When this law is in place, it means that these people will not be able to buy or use a gun • In general, the Conservative Party of Canada believes that the taxes for the rich should not be raised. They believe that the current tax structure is good to keep. • The Conservative Party of Canada wants to close tax loopholes that unfairly benefit the rich. Tax loopholes is a provision in the laws governing taxation that allows people to (what is your stance on abortion) • This party believes that activities such as rape or insect does not mean abortion is required. This type of sexual abuse does not make the baby invalid. • This party believe that to save the life of the mother, abortion is acceptable. • This party’s view about this issue did not change after Stephen Harper’s retirement ● The two laws, Bill C-19 and Bill C-42 made by the Conservative government created havoc in gun control. ● Bill C-19 passed in 2012 ended the registration of rifles and shotguns. Data on more than 5 million rifles and shotguns or unrestricted firearms was destroyed. ● Bill C-42, passed in June 2015 further eroded controls on restricted weapons ● The results for reduce their taxes. • In total, the Conservative party wants to keep the tax structure the way it is now. They do not want to increase the taxes for the rich, but make sure they do not pay less than what they must pay due to tax loophole these laws is that licensed gun owner can purchase firearms and no record is kept of them Green Party Leader’s Name: Elizabeth May • The Green Party of Canada says that they “oppose all unreasonable risks to citizens and society at large due to inappropriate use of firearms.” • The Green party wants gun users to always have a license even before touching a gun! ● The Green Party of Canada believes that too much tax is being mischarged. “The Green Party will reduce taxes on things we all want, like income and employment, and we will increase taxes on things we do not want, like pollution that harms people ● This party says “Pro-choice” • The Green Party says that the MPs will oppose any possible government move to diminish the right of a woman to a safe, legal abortion. • They will also expand programs in reproductive rights and education to avoid unwanted pregnancies • The Green Party will expand supports for low income mothers (as stated on their and our environment.” Liberal Party ● Furthermore, the Green party will remove all existing tax loopholes for larger corporations, thus decreasing the advantage they will get to make fair taxes. • Overall, according to the Green party, their tax system “reduces poverty, makes Canada eco friendlier, and generate more wealth for 90% of Canadian citizens.” ● Prime minister Justin Trudeau websites) • This party says “Prochoice, I do not agree Leader’s Name: Justin Trudeau • “Yes, it requires strict background checks, psychological testing, and training. This government follows Bill C-71” pledges tax cuts for the middle class and increases for the rich. ● Trudeau states, “You’ll see more money on your paychecks right away as the Liberals touted the tax cut as being worth up to $670 per person, or a tidy $1,340 per year for a two income family. ● Trudeau “vows to trim the federal tax rate on income between $44,700 and $89,401 a year, from the current 22 per cent to • The public safety Minister Ralph Goodale (working for the Liberal party) states that, “"Our goal is to prioritize public safety and … making sure that we are being practical and fair with respect to legitimate firearms owners." but the government does not have the right to ban abortion.” 20.5 per cent.” New Democratic Party Leader’s Name: Jagmeet Singh • Leader of the NDP, Jagmeet Singh states, “The principles will always remain: we want to create a safe country as it stands right now, this (bill) is something that does address issues of safety.” ● The NDP of Canada wants to raise corporate taxes and close tax loopholes because that is what affects the taxes for the middle-class. • The Bill C-71 legislation prioritizes public safety and effective police work, while respecting lawabiding firearms owners ● • Furthermore, the NDP wants to close the gun show loophole. This refers to the sale of firearms by private sellers, including those done at gun shows, that are exempt from federal • Research shows that, “In 2016, big businesses paid only 22% of total taxes collected by governments -Canadians paid 78%! In contrast, in 1952 big businesses and Canadians paid the same amount in • Jagmeet Singh says his party's support for a woman's right to an abortion after one of his most senior MPs heard about the Liberal's decision to tie summer job funding to respect for rights outlined in the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, including reproductive rights to be offensive. background check requirements. Chrisitan Heritage Leader’s Name: Rod Taylor Party’s Website URL: Linkie • This party believes that the government should pass down the “stand your ground law”. This means that is a justification in a criminal case, whereby defendants can "stand their ground" and use force to protect themselves or others during life threatening situations. • Citizens may use any level of force if they reasonably believe immediate threat of serious bodily harm and/or death can taxes.” ● • This shows that if the NDP does this, the world of taxes could be the same as it was in 1952 • This party believes that the government is wanting too much taxes from us. Therefore, they believe that taxes for the lower class should be reduced. They also believe that the current tax structure is well structured to keep. • This party believes that abortion is a crime of deliberately killing a human being. This party strictly bans the process of abortion, even for rape or insect victims. occur Sources: Party’s Websites. Issue #1 – Gun Control Gun violence in Canada is on the rise and I believe that some people that own a gun shouldn’t be owning one. I am not the only one that has this opinion, as a national survey done in Feb 2018 suggests that 47% of Canadians believe that gun control measures are not strong enough. Therefore, purchasing a gun must be controlled and the best way to do this is by placing more restrictions on the current process of purchasing a gun. The two laws that were placed when the Conservative government had power were Bill C-19 and Bill C-42 which created havoc in gun control since guns were not entered in databases. Since the Conservative government and the Christian Heritage Party do not want to change the laws in place, I do not agree with this government. The recent shootings in Ottawa and gun violence in Toronto, are a result of loopholes in the gun laws. Since the Liberal party did not consider the gun show loophole, I believe that the liberal party did not strengthen their gun control enough. Since the NDP will both control gun show loopholes and purchasing guns, I agree with the NDP. If I was prime minister I would consider closing the loophole like the NDP appointed to do and use Bill C-71 to control gun purchasing. Bill C-71 states that there will be enhanced background checks, enhance the utility of those background checks that in total prioritizes public safety and effective police work, while respecting law-abiding firearms owners. Issue #2 – Taxes – Raise taxes for the rich. I agree with the Liberal party’s position to cut the tax rate from 22% to 20.5% for middle class Canadians and increase the tax rate on the Wealthiest. The money needed to cut the tax rate for the middle class will come from imposing more tax on the rich. The reason is that Canada's economy will benefit if middleclass Canadian have more money in their pockets to spend and invest. The Liberals claim that their tax cut is worth up to $670 per person, or a tidy $1,340 per year for a two-income family. To get the maximum benefit, a person must be making about $90,000 a year. I believe that this tax saving for a family is not significant. If I were prime minister, I would further reduce the tax rate for middle class Canadians. In addition, I would reduce the HST rate from 13% to 11% as it would affect all Canadians, irrespective of their income levels, and would greatly assist to grow the economy and compete Canada internationally. Issue #3 – Abortion Policy in Canada In my opinion, abortion should be illegal in Canada, with only one exception because adoption is an option. According to Money news articles, for a middle income family to raise a child born in 2015 through the age of 17, the cost of rearing a child has hit $233,610. If a woman does not think that they are financially ready to have a child, they will not be able to raise it. However, this does not mean that they should abort the baby. They should give the baby out for adoption. Furthermore, if a woman is raped, they could still give birth and give the baby out for adoption or even keep the baby. In my perspective, there are only two situations where aborting a baby is acceptable. This is when the woman is proven to die or be severely harmed if she gives birth. This is what I will put out if I become prime minister. I will put this law out in Canada. These laws which I have made are like the conservative party’s abortion laws, and I believe that the Conservative party is correct in this case about everything that they said about this topic. I did not agree with any other party. In 2016, 97,764 woman in Canada got abortions. This means that 97,764 innocent kids were murdered, which is wrong.