Dear Editor
In the March 30 edition, I found it discouraging reading the details on NDP spending as the party at the front of the line in relation to the last federal election. Of course, this reflects on lobbying efforts, the power of large groups, and the seeking of eventual favourable influence in future economic hopes with the parties in power.
Yet, the expenses, now fortunately, exposed this way in the movement for openness and transparency is indicative of the strength of our society. However, this also allows one to ponder how much money is used in ways not what one might be proud of, that progress is relative and that we still have a long way to go in promoting fairness, true social justice, and wiser economic efforts.
My ongoing hopes still are for lean and green in use of the almighty dollar, and value for money spent well. The article would have provided more perspective if comparative details were given as to the other municipalities in the Lower Mainland. I thus do see the logic and fairness to a firm and commensurate cap on election spending, one which would be less astounding to a simple citizen.
John de Couto, Burnaby
