What's an election without a little controversy?

"The idea for the Blog was to peak interest, give a forum where people could get information and spark debate. I think it's done that, but I shouldn't have been the writer. I was excited to see campaigning start and didn't want to wait for the bloggers. I don't think I could shoot myself in the foot any harder and it screwed up Matt and Julia's campaign from the start which was not the intention." - Neil Stephen

Those are some humbling words from your VP Communications.

Now I know this little affair won't stack up against some of the greats in the 'Election Controversy Hall of Fame.' It's definitely not on par with past scandals like the Florida incident that elected Bush to his first term or the Iraqi elections under Saddam Hussein, with only one candidate, in which every citizen was legally obligated to cast their ballot. But controversy always brings out the best or worst in people and, in my opinion, is a test of character that can give any voter important insight when deciding who to put in power. The mark of a good (potential) leader is his or her ability to face controversy well. And Matt and Julia did just that.

In a statement posted on the MacGillivray-Clarke facebook group, Matt remarked, "I'm glad to see students showing a general interest in their elections and a concern that their elections be covered in as fair a manner as possible. This is exactly the sort of thing we're running for."

To remain strong in the often cruel face of adversity will only benefit the future of the MacGillivray-Clarke campaign.

- Danielle