Say yes to the feds: voting patterns show group understands ‘legislative responsibility,’ says ISG

A Conservative government could expect similar voting patterns, say Independent Senators, but the ‘proof will be in the pudding’ whenever there’s a change of government.

Senators appointed by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau were most likely to vote with the government’s representative in the Senate Peter Harder, more so than Independents appointed by previous prime ministers and the Senate Liberals. The Hill Times file photograph

News

BY SAMANTHA WRIGHT ALLEN

August 28, 2019

Senators appointed by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are still the most likely to support government bills come voting time, a record the Independents say reflects a philosophy that respects the will of the elected House, and not support of Liberal-specific bil...

To keep reading, subscribe and become a political insider.

Only $7.76 a week for an annual subscription.

Enjoy unlimited website access and the digital newspaper.

Cancel anytime.

Already a Subscriber?

Get Today’s Headlines Newsletter

Your quick scan of the news you need each weekday to be the smartest person in the room.

By entering your email address you consent to receive email from The Hill Times containing news, analysis, updates and offers. You may unsubscribe at any time. See our privacy policy