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Home My WebLink AboutHuron Expositor, 2014-05-07, Page 44 Huron Expositor • Wednesday, May 7, 2014 www.seaforthhuronexpositor.com Seaforth Huron Expositor PUBLISHED WEEKLY — EST. 1860 P.O. Box 69, 8 Main Street Seaforth Ontario NOK phone: 519-527-0240 fax: 519-527-2858 www,seaforthhuronexpositor SUN MEDIA A Quebecor Media Company NEIL CLIFFORD Publisher neil.clifford@sunmedia.ca MAXWELL BICKFORD Advertising Rep. max.bickford@sunmedia.ca DIANNE MCGRATH Front Office seaforth.classifieds@sunmedia.ca WHITNEY SOUTH Multimedia Journalist seaforth.news@sunmedia.ca SUBSCRIPTION RATES 1 YEAR $50.00 (47.62+2.38 GST) 2 YEAR $95.00 (90.48+4.52 6S1) SENIORS 60 WEEKS $50.00 (47.62+2.38 GST) 120 WEEKS $95.00 (90.48+4.52 GST) Publications Mail Agreement No. 40064683 RETURN UNDELIVERABLE CANADIAN ADDRESSES TO CIRCULATION DEPARTMENT RO. 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On June 12, Ontarians will go to the polls for the third time in seven years after NDP leader Andrea Horwath said she would not support the Liberal government budget. Horwath has received praise in some circles for not supporting the budget, while others have asked, "What took you so long?" The Liberals packed the budget with items they believed would win them votes from NDP MPPs, but it appears Horwath went all in and decided to force an election. And while that may not be what many residents want at this time, it was the right decision. The 2011 provincial election and even the resignation of Dal- ton McGuinty, less than a year ago, feel like long faded memories. The Liberals have been in power for more than a decade and have left a lasting legacy - the HST, the scandals of Omge, e -Health and cancelled gas plants, full-day kindergarten, the Clean Energy Act, the banning of smoking in workplaces, soaring hydro rates and the "trades tax': They have doubled the provin- cial debt and yet have held the longest tenure of a Liberal gov- ernment in Ontario since the 19th century. Although Kathleen Wynne has tried to distance herself from Dalton McGuinty since taking over, she is not a "new kid on the block" and has been part of this Liberal government since the beginning. However, this could be her chance to step out from Daddy Dalton's shadow. She was not elected to be the Premier of Ontario, however she has handily won her seat in every election and is a very popular amongst Liberals across the province. This is a chance for her to start clean and move on from the past. It appears Horwath's decision to force this election may be backfiring, as her popularity numbers have taken a hit in recent polls. These same polls show PC Party Tim Hudak to be the front- runner for choice of next Premier, but due to the geographics of Ontario, the Liberals' stronghold in Toronto could help them form another government, albeit a minority. Although the Writ of the elec- tion isn't official until today, Hor- wath, Hudak and Wynne were all in campaign mode this past weekend. Here in Huron County, the Lib- erals nominated their candidate Colleen Schenk about a month ago and the NDP Party will elect its candidate later this week, while MPP Lisa Thompson has been readying for Friday's announcement for months. Nevertheless, what this 2014 election comes down to is the willingness of Ontarians to actu- ally show some interest in the future of the province. Voter turnout has fallen to his- toric lows in the last two elections and has the potential to be even worse this time around. The current state of the prov- ince led to voter apathy, people have claimed to be sick of the corruption, scandals and careless spending of the Liberals, but shrug their shoulders when given a chance for change. Perhaps many voters see it as a case of choosing the devil you know over the devil you don't. Now is the time for commitment. Anything less than a majority will be a failure for all parties and for the people of Ontario, because the Legislature will, for the most part, look the same as it does now. CONTINUED > PAGE 5 Motherhood can mean so much It's that time of year again, time to pick up some flowers, write up a card and spend a little quality time with your mom. For some, that could simply mean reflecting on a memory of a mother they've lost, for others it could mean celebrating the day together. No matter how you look at it, Mother's Day has different, but equally significant meanings for each and every one of us. But really, how do we define the bond between mother and child? Sometimes warm, sometimes tempestuous, a person's relationship with their mother really has no comparison. My mother has always been a big part of my life. Whether we were laughing together at old movies, or arguing over what I was going to wear to church, we've always had a strong bond. My friends often tease me about the amount of things I choose to share with my mom. Honestly, I tend to tell her everything and at times almost think of her as a big sister. Our relationship is something I'm grateful for, and though I may not have always been the eas- iest kid to get along with, we were always able to work it out. I feel very lucky to have my mom, and I know our relationship will only get stronger as the years go on. Besides, I'm an only child, she's stuck with me. But not everyone's sit- uations are the same. Celebrating mother- hood can mean so much more than acknowledg- ing the woman who gave Column Whitney South Huron Expositor you life. The dictionary defines the word mother as: a woman in relation to a child or children to whom she has given birth. Also, a stepmother, adoptive mother or foster mother. But in reality, the defi- nition can be so much broader than that. In today's day and age, where traditional families may not be as common as they used to be, mater- nal influence can come from so many places. Grandmothers. Aunts. Teachers. Wives. Each one playing a dif- ferent, yet equally impor- tant role in our lives. Some may say this Sun- day is nothing but a greeting card makers' dream, but the fact is we are all a product of mater- nal love in one way or another. So whether it's maca- roni pictures with glitter, or daytrips to the spa, showing your apprecia- tion for the woman who has helped you become the person you are today is just as important. Not everyone will get a chance to hug their mothers this Sunday, but for those out there who have that chance, be sure to make the most of it. For everyone else, be sure to take the time to remember and to reflect on that important woman in your life, no matter who she may be. SEAFORTH HURON EXPOSITOR — HOURS OF OPERATION MONDAY: 9:00 - 5:00 • TUESDAY: - CLOSED • WEDNESDAY: - 9:00 - 5:00 • THURSDAY: - 9:00 - 5:00 • FRIDAY: - 9:00 - 5:00 • SATURDAY & SUNDAY: - CLOSED ADVERTISING DEADLINE: FRIDAY AT 2:00 • PHONE 519-527-0240 • FAX: 519-527-2858 www.seaforthhuronexpositoncom