According to media reports it cost $30 million for Emperor Harper’s security in 2006. I wonder what the figures are since. I do not have comparison for previous Prime Ministers but it sounds very high.
Moreover in the case of Jean Chretien you could approach the PM, shake hands and chat. It was true in case of Paul Martin as well, however he did not have the common touch of Jean Chretien but nonetheless was accessible.
However, I have heard horror stories about Emperor Harper. Some people were mishandled if they wished to attend a function where he was present. I have heard that if you are not well dressed and well groomed you may be turned away from the door or at least you need a valid CPC card. If not emperor he is definitely behaving like his idol George W. Bush. In other words he dreams of being "President" Harper.
Somebody broke into 24 Sussex to try to kill Jean Chretien.
ReplyDeleteStephen Harper has had threats against his life.
How much do you think would be an appropriate cost?
During election all other leaders appeared on CBC and answered questions from the public but Emperor Harper refused. Was there a threat to his life there?
ReplyDeleteI should add that somebody entered 24 Sussex Drive because there was a nincompoop at the gate. It was incompetence and not the lack of security.
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