Dear Mrs. Clark,

I am a student who is currently going into grade 12, or at least I should be. This summer I went on vacation to Europe amid confusion surrounding the fate of my academic year. I went away optimistically hoping for good news regarding the BCTFs decision to start a full scale strike. I was disgusted upon my return to find that neither side in this dispute had taken the necessary steps to get students and teachers back in the classroom, it would seem that you have put your own agendas ahead of the greater good.

I would like to remind you that by the next provincial election in 2017, most High School students will be eligible to vote, I’m sure that these events will leave a sour Liberal taste in their mouths. However, I find the prospect of either the Liberals or the New Democrats in power to be horrifying, I’m sure most young voters will be inclined to vote for new leadership, so tread carefully.

I see a lot of promise in the BC Liberal party, however I cannot justify voting for you in these times. I urge you to please, please do whatever it takes to get schools up and running again. Grade 12 is a pivotal experience in any young persons life, and it is a shame to see this year so tarnished by political squabbles.

Remember Mrs. Clark, the fate of the next election lays in your hands.

Sincerely,

Jordan Macdonald

(a very angry student)