SooToday received the following letter from reader Ryan Possamai, in response to the letter from Jeff Shantz about his concerns with police running from political office.
To the editor,
As we approach another federal election, I want to take a moment to express my unwavering support for Pierre Poilievre as Prime Minister and Hugh Stevenson as our Member of Parliament. Canada is at a critical crossroads, and the choice before us is clear. We cannot afford another four years under the current Liberal government, led by Mark Carney.
For the past decade, we have witnessed a government that has been plagued by wasteful spending, limitless red tape, and policies that have left our economy in a state of disarray. The promises made by the Liberals have not materialized into the prosperity that Canada’s citizens deserve. Our country, with all its resources, potential, and hard-working citizens, should be rich and prosperous, but instead, we have been left with uncertainty and stagnation.
I ask every Canadian: Are we truly better off now after 10 years of Liberal mismanagement?
As a 22-year-old, I am particularly concerned about my future and the future of my generation. Home ownership, once a cornerstone of the Canadian Dream, is becoming an increasingly distant reality. The skyrocketing costs of living and the lack of affordability in housing are alarming, and it’s frightening to think that many young Canadians, like myself, may never have the opportunity to own a home.
Homeownership should be a given right for anyone who works hard, but under the current government, this is no longer the case. The policies that have been enacted in recent years have created a growing divide between the rich and the rest of us, and it’s only getting worse.
What’s even more concerning is the fact that Mark Carney, who served as Justin Trudeau's top advisor for the past five years, continues to wield significant influence in Canadian politics. A vote for Carney is essentially a vote for more of the same failed policies that have kept us in this economic quagmire. The path forward must be different, and the time for change is now.
Pierre Poilievre offers a vision for Canada that is grounded in common sense, accountability, and the restoration of prosperity for all Canadians. Under his leadership, we will see a government that prioritizes the hard-working people of this country, cuts unnecessary red tape, and restores fiscal responsibility to the federal budget.
Poilievre understands that the future of this country depends on giving people the tools and opportunities they need to succeed, not burdening them with more government intervention.
Similarly, Hugh Stevenson has proven himself as a dedicated and passionate advocate for our community. He understands the issues that face our community, and that matter most to us—affordable housing, a thriving economy, and a government that listens. He will fight tirelessly for the interests of our riding, and I am confident that under his leadership, we will see real, meaningful change.
The upcoming election presents a critical opportunity to chart a new course for our country. Let’s not let another four years of Liberal mismanagement define our future. I stand with Pierre Poilievre and Hugh Stevenson, and I encourage all Canadians to do the same.
Together, we can build a brighter, more prosperous Canada for ourselves and future generations.
Sincerely,
Ryan Possamai
Sault Ste. Marie