The Governor General: More Than We Thought

I have been considering taking Journalism in university next year, and I must say, in light of recent political events, it doesn't seem like a bad idea. If Michaëlle Jean can work her way up to being the sole person with the most power in Canada, why not me?

We often make fun of the position of Governor General for having no other purpose than that of a figurehead. Michaëlle Jean was probably pleased with her career; getting to host expensive parties and take trips around the world. Now, this former journalist and anchor for Radio-Canada and CBC Newsworld has to decide the fate of our country.

Thus far, she has prorogued Parliament until January 26th of 2009, but really, this has probably only put off the coalition issue. Now that the Liberals+Bloc+NDP have thrown themselves in this far, I doubt they'll just back off. I respect her choice, however; hasty decisions are rarely solid, and this way the people have more chance to make our views known.

And I stress once again that it is important to make our opinions heard. How to contact the governor General:

You can write her. No postage necessary; the salutation is Excellency.

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean
Governor General of Canada
Rideau Hall
1 Sussex Drive
Ottawa, Ontario
K1A 0A1

And for more information on Her Excellency the Right Honorable Michaëlle Jean and her background, check out http://www.gg.ca/gg/bio/index_e.asp