Comments on: A first astronaut makes a small step towards becoming a prime minister

By: Jeff

Jeff — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 16:13:34 +0000

And women! (of course)

By: Jeff

Jeff — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 16:13:08 +0000

I agree with Ian that this isn’t (yet) a crowded field. Trudeau and Garneau are the only major contenders so far. And though Trudeau is the flair candidate, he may not be perceived as a risky choice because his family name has a mixed legacy, especially in Alberta and Quebec. Garneau could end up being chosen since he is seen as a safe, steady statesman who also has a bit more experience than Mr. Trudeau. My pick would probably still be Trudeau, but I would want him to be amply surrounded by men just like Mr. Garneau.

By: Ian

Ian — Sun, 02 Dec 2012 22:15:29 +0000

First, it’s not (yet) a very crowded field. Aside from Trudeau, who’s name recognition and heritage is sucking up all the attention, most of the other self-described candidates are relative nobodies in Canadian politics. As for Garneau, he certainly has recognition that competes somewhat with Trudeau but I personally find it hard to take his candidacy too seriously. I’ve heard Garneau speak back when he was head of the CSA and he came off as one of the most boring speakers I’ve ever heard. Unless something has changed, I don’t see him as motivating the crowds anywhere near as much as Trudeau or other potential candidates that have so far stayed out of the race. My two cents.