Charles and Camilla Visit Canada – Why?

[guyser]

They are a huge part of the history of canada , but we all know in a liberal's mind canadian history started when trudeau became PM. All liberal history does is talk about the charter, which is a unfinished paper and peacekeeping. Our history is rich in traditions and alot of our growing as nation came in war. But yet the liberals do not want anybody to know that. That is why harper is making sure canadian,s new and old know that. Why are the liberals so scared of our nations great history?

Pik, history....learn it.

The above is almost all garbage. The 'rich in tradition' is true, Liberal and Conservative.

Edited May 21, 2014 by Guyser2

[Wilber]

Traditions and history (good and bad) are what make a country. The plain fact is, without Britain, its monarchy and empire, this country, system of government and institutions would not exist.

[Argus]

Looks like another "private" conversation between people goes viral. Prince Charles was described as comparing Putin to Hitler. The proverbial xxxx has hit the fan. Whether one agrees with him or not, Charles has no business commenting on political affairs. He gats paid to walk and wave - not to comment. This is giving the British Republicans yet more ammunition to attack the royalty.

You're just angry he said something bad about your favourite political figure.

[PIK]

Pik, history....learn it.

The above is almost all garbage. The 'rich in tradition' is true, Liberal and Conservative.

I know quite a bit of our history so don't even try. And right this minute the left in this country is whinning about harper plans to showcase our history, before trudeau's time.

[guyser]

I know quite a bit of our history so don't even try.

Dont worry , I wont.

Your posts are enough to confirm a serious lack of history knowledge.

[PIK]

Dont worry , I wont.

Your posts are enough to confirm a serious lack of history knowledge.

Ya OK guyser what ever you say.

[Michael Hardner]

Guys - don't tell us about how much you know history, cite it and base the discussions on it.

Wilbur's point is central to the discussion:

Traditions and history (good and bad) are what make a country. The plain fact is, without Britain, its monarchy and empire, this country, system of government and institutions would not exist.

[cybercoma]

They are a huge part of the history of canada , but we all know in a liberal's mind canadian history started when trudeau became PM.

Funny. I'm one of those liberal leftists you're always complaining about and I don't have a problem with the monarchy.

[Bob Macadoo]

Traditions and history (good and bad) are what make a country. The plain fact is, without Britain, its monarchy and empire, this country, system of government and institutions would not exist.

That's pretty much how I feel.....I'm just of the opinion that this is the monarchy of today not of the 1930's......royal decorum should be updated for today's life and times.

[guyser]

That's pretty much how I feel.....I'm just of the opinion that this is the monarchy of today not of the 1930's......royal decorum should be updated for today's life and times.

You can see that happening. Started with Diana and was forced on the Queen after her death.

The new Royals, Kate and William are doing their part , witness the trip to NZ and Aus for one. It is happening as we speak.

[Bob Macadoo]

You can see that happening. Started with Diana and was forced on the Queen after her death.The new Royals, Kate and William are doing their part , witness the trip to NZ and Aus for one. It is happening as we speak.

Its hard to say......the closer William approaches the throne I bet the stuffier he gets.......even liberal Charles is subject to the outdated practices of commoner conversation, etc.

[-TSS-]

Constitutional monarchy is a system which doesn't work in theory but works well in practice; at least well enough to stop people wanting to leap into unknown especially as there can never be full agreement among the population as to what kind of republic to replace the monarchy with.

[guyser]

Its hard to say......the closer William approaches the throne I bet the stuffier he gets.......even liberal Charles is subject to the outdated practices of commoner conversation, etc.

I doubt it.

Charles apparently had to book an appt to see his own mom.

Diana changed that even though she could not change a lot of Chalres ways, they were ingrained (and prob why he isnt anyones fav) He is the one stuck in the past, but his kids seem ready to shake it up.

Willaim flew coach to a wedding, on his own dime.....wha???......Charles prob wouldnt buy a paper if it cost him a pound.

[On Guard for Thee]

I know quite a bit of our history so don't even try. And right this minute the left in this country is whinning about harper plans to showcase our history, before trudeau's time.

What, pissing away millions advertising the war of 1812?

[overthere]

Thank you for answering my first question - so that is where that money comes from!

My second and most important question is why does she carry a purse? Does she need change or a couple of quid for a hamburger?

You cannot hide a spliff tucked behind your ear when a) the cameras are on you all the time and b ) those goofy hats are in the way.

Hence the purse.