Leadership Reflections ~
Time with Jurrgen Tritton
April 18, 2005
After the Senator Brown Dr Suzuki day of confluence, I felt the winds of sustainability at my back on the way to Germany. Leaving the election team in this critical time was extremely difficult but to convince Vancouver Point Grey that I am worthy of their vote I must provide compelling reasons that I can help implement Sustainability Within a Generation.
Meeting and interviewing leaders in renewable energy at the Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Trade Exhibit in Hannover did not disappoint. The highlight of the week came on day 4 when I met with Jurgen Tritton, Germany’s Federal Environment Minister who is an elected Green. Trittin is an international champion for wind energy and is implementing the will of the German people by phasing out nuclear energy. Tritton was eager to tell me about his upcoming trip to Montreal to discuss the progress with the Kyoto Accord. Trittin asked a number of questions about the Green Party in BC and wished us luck in the upcoming election. We will be sure to continue this relationship with the German Greens.
Thus you have it. Meeting Senator Brown, David Suzuki, and Jurgen Trittin all within two weeks. These gentlemen are icons in the sustainability movement.
How realistic is it for a first time candidate for the Green Party to remove the Premier from his home riding? All in a days work when you’re surrounding yourself with iconic figures in sustainability.
2 comments:
I am concerned about your choice of postings. Yes, it is inspirational to meet the leaders in the field of sustainability and ecology, but this has little to do with the issues that affect your riding. Having read through your policies on your website, I am concerned that your campaign is being run on vague ideals without any firm plans to back them. Please, instead of going out and seeking further inspiration, stay home and solidify your policy plans. I voted green in your riding last election, but am seriously concerned about the lack of solid planning this time around. Please, put Green voters at ease - put your money where your mouth is.
Thanks for your comment gargantuana.
Yes indeed the balance between local issues and larger provincial issues is a fine line to walk.
It is my gut feeling that the residents of Vancouver Point Grey want an MLA that will comment on larger provincial issues and lead in some specific areas.
That said, ensuring that Vancouver Point Grey is well cared for is extremely important.
Gargantuana ~ what local issues are close to your heart? Ethics in politics, tax shifting, health issues.
I would like to defer all specific policy issues to our provincial website, www.greenparty.bc.ca
You will find lengthy detail there.
Thanks for your support in 2001 and I ask for your vote on behalf of the Green Party in 2005.
Let's make history,
Damian
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