UCP softens the sovereignty act but doesn't kill the controversy, writes DonBraid: yyc ableg abpoli cdnpoli
It will still be one tough Alberta law, but amendments from the UCP caucus will eliminate two massive problems with the original Bill 1 — the use of aCalgary Herald Headline NewsEmail AddressBy clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. You may unsubscribe any time by clicking on the unsubscribe link at the bottom of our emails. Postmedia Network Inc.
Opposition will persist. People have every right to ask what Bill 1 means for their lives and their province. First Nations are naturally suspicious of any tinkering with their Crown relationship. The retreat to common sense might now help the premier’s approval rating. Some even wonder if the whole show was a setup — introduce an outrageous bill, catch the nation’s attention, then back up somewhat after branding “Alberta sovereignty” indelibly on the nation.
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