This is what I have often thought as well. The democracy in Canada is a sham. Governments (regardless of party) get into power with less than 40% of the vote. They are then allowed to do practically anything, whether it is in the best interests of citizens or not. In this day of internet and technology, why does government have these powers instead of the people? Why should the federal government get more tax dollars to act like Santa Claus when the majority of services are at the provincial or municipal levels? Why should we be taxed for things that are not necessities for the Canadian citizens (global pet projects, parties to celebrate whatever). So many things wrong with this system.