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It is about noon on election day and most already know who will win in this riding. It will be Bob Ray, the runner up and possibly soon to be the next Leader of the sagging Liberal Party.
There are four main reasons for this to happen;
1) He has been in politics and in the public eye for decades as opposed to the other running candidates. Every media medium has been regularly showcasing him during that time. Both positive and negative words help in his recognition. This has for effect that even those in poverty vote for him whose party in part is directly responsible for the economic state they are in.
2) Many seniors and baby boomers only vote for the (so far) two top parties that are supported end echoed by those in power/conrol/in-charge (the wealthy & big business). They are convinced that, universal medicare, immigration, the strength our economy, and our standard of living, is due in part by these two parties only. What most do not realize is that many policies, bills, or events, decisions, would have occured/happened no matter which party was voted in. We are more influenced by Global factors/events/pressures then those made/born at home.
3) The most important factor is that most people in the riding that vote are in the group that "have made it" financially. Many are Condo or House owners/investors/professionals. As the Liberals and Conservatives never see or question the "uneven distribution of wealth" as a serious issue let alone an issue at all! This majority who have a higher participation voting rate then the poor will put "Mr. Ray Day" back in office.
4) Those who "have made it" are the only ones who have funds available to support a particular party. These funds are directed to the Liberals or Conservatives as it is these two that have gave them their bread & butter and extra for play while others suffer.
Yes, I've voted, an no it was not for one of the two "biggies" that because of their in-action are negatively affecting the health of all life on this planet.
