So how is the Artic Soverienty more important than AIDS?

Yeah yeah I know that the Artic issue is a sticky and important issue for Canada. I get that, I also get that Canadian's are concerned about it as it can affect future revenues for Canada. I also get that Jean Chretien didn't attend the AIDS conference in Vancouver back in 1996. Here's the thing though, Jean Chretien had a majority government and they were safe in their seat. What Harper has missed is the opportunity to show that he can attempt to be a compassionate man. By deciding to not attend the 16th Annual HIV/AIDS conference and instead taking a trip north to an area that will be there next week with the same issue he has solidified the thought that this man has no great leadership qualities.

He also shows me that he doesn't want to be Prime Minister. This would have been a golden opportunity to show the nation that he can be a great leader. With his absentee from the conference it shows that he doesn't have the stuff to be a great leader or win over votes. A strong leader would attend even if there was a chance that he could be booed. Microsoft creator Bill Gates was booed but he still went forth and stated his position. He was booed because of the ABC model which is a another issue to discuss. Harper also doesn't understand Canadians. Yes security is an issue for Canadians but time and time over Health Care has been the issue on the forefront of every Canadian's mind. How much more of a health care issue is AIDS? I say it's a mis-judgement on Stephen's part to mistake what is important for Canadians. SO Stephen I forgive you. Even if the world at large thinks you're a complete and idiotic moron for sending snakey looking Clement.....that guy is creepier looking than Stephen.