Quote by Stephen Harper

The Leader of the Opposition's constitutional obligation - the obligation to Parliament - it's the reason we did the merger! - is to make sure Canadians have an alternative for government.

The Leader of the Opposition's constitutional obligation - t

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This quote highlights the Leader of the Opposition's commitment to a strong democratic system. They emphasize the important role they play in providing Canadians with an alternative government option. The mention of the merger implies that this obligation was a significant motivating factor behind bringing different political parties together. Ultimately, this quote underlines the notion that a healthy democracy depends on the availability of viable alternatives for citizens to choose from during elections.

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