The Canadian Senate is supposed to protect groups under-represented in Parliament and give our government a chance to reconsider controversial Bills before they become legislation. In your opinion the Senate:
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Needs to be protected. It's a vital second thought for Parliament and protects the rights of minorities.60 votes 4.34%
Does not bolster representation of groups that are under-represented in Parliament and should be overhauled.101 votes 7.30%
Is stacked with the Prime Minister's representatives and should be overhauled.266 votes 19.22%
Is an expensive sham and should be abolished.763 votes 55.13%
OMG, politics!? Huge yawn. Can we talk about something that actually matters?194 votes 14.02%
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