The What?
Cathy Wilcox
Calling a truce to partisan fighting is a common political approach during a crisis. As a rule, the public has little time for ‘politics as usual’ and wants to see the nation pull together. Here Wilcox is making the case, however, that the role of the Opposition is still an important one. On the issue in question — a pro-gas proposal by the government — the Opposition seemed in accord.
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