PM's inability to stifle dissent over abortion signals internal party problems.
by Samantha Bayard
OTTAWA , March 28, 2013 (Straight Goods News) – Stephen Harper's right flank is revolting, with Conservative caucus members openly challenging the PM over right-wing hot button issues like abortion.
Mark Warawa (Langley), has appealed the Speaker's decision that his motion on sex-selective abortion not suitable for a vote. Today, the Standing Committee on Procedure and House Affairs, which is controlled by Harper, decided to reject Warawa’s appeal on the votability of Motion 408.
Warawa let his feelings be known: “I have three options. I can accept the decision of PROC, appeal to the House, or introduce another motion or bill,” he said. “I want to make sure that I take time to consider what is best for the issue of discrimination against women and girls. I need time to consider how best to move this issue forward,” said Warawa. He plans on making a decision when the house sits again on April 15, and must make his decision before times runs out on April 19.
Conservative MP Mark Warawa is frustrated at being muzzled.
NDP house leader Nathan Cullen said Warawa's outburst indicates Harper has bigger caucus troubles. “There’s a lot going on in Parliament and very little of it to the Prime Minister’s pleasure, which is nice for a change. Certainly Mr. Warawa's frustration with Mr. Harper’s control over his every utterance and word in the House of Commons is not unique to him.”
Nathan Cullen says a Conservative caucus revolt is brewing.
About Samantha Bayard
Samantha Bayard is a young journalist living and working out of Ottawa. She has been a contributor to the Straight Goods News family of websites since 2009. She is an avid cyclist and lover of animals.
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