So I've spent the last couple of days in our nations capital trying to get a better perspective on where the Harper government is headed on some key issues including the environment, sustainability and infrastructure.
What I found most interesting is the quiet acceptance (bordering on quiet enthusiasm) from the same people who just months ago were heralding the liberal direction as the right thing to do.
Ottawa's a funny town with loyalty that seems to last about as long as it is convenient - but this latest environment seems to be born out of a deep desire for stability.
Sometimes we tend to forget that the civil service is made up of regular folks likes you and I who are looking for the same qualities of leadership.
While they may tend to be even more cynical than most because they literally see governments come and go, they are still searching for some consistent, sustainable government.
It's the "let's give these guys a genuine chance to do what they said they would do." It's just that no one is standing from the rooftops saying it.
It's a quiet wait and see attitude.
For the three opposition parties, it would be wise to understand this sentiment and not do too much to rock the boat.
For those three key strategists that have formed the transition team for Interim Leader Graham - get a good handle on the current environment before you make decisions. It's time to put the politics on the back burner.. for the sake of all Canadians.
The Liberals time will come again. In fact If I were a betting man I would say it will come sooner than later - but it has to happen because that is what Canadians want.
The Quiet Acceptance should not be ignored...
By saying nothing, the Ottawa hoard is actually saying a lot!
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