On the surface, the concept of a carbon tax and carbon credits is stupid. Dig deeper and it is more than stupid; it is criminally stupid. One might argue that the intent is to raise the price of fuel to the point that people might take it upon themselves to alter their energy use habits. However, when the infrastructure of the entire nation is predicated on the availability and use of fossil fuels, the only result is the runaway inflation we are seeing. The thing is, the current system of supply and transportation has been built up over the last 75 years. At fifty years ago, it was already apparent that the model was not sustainable, but no one wanted to hear it. When asked about their plan to deal with climate change, the Conservatives need to first state that climate change, influenced by man or not, needs to be met with real world plans to minimize any negative effects on our country. They then need to state, what will not help are band-aid solution which exacerbate any negative impacts. They need to point out that the Liberal "plan" to combat climate change is not only ineffective but detrimental to the welfare of the citizens of the country. Never mind the catchy phrases and cheap politicking, we can handle some substance and we deserve it. GD
