Senate Reform ASAP

Even though the investigation into the expense claims of Senators Harb, Duffy, Brazeau and Wallin remains ongoing, the information that has emerged thus far through media reports is leaving an unfavourable impression of those individuals. Notwithstanding the dedication of most senators, these recent revelations have eroded a lot of respect for the senate. Although the general feeling of entitlement and perhaps to a lesser extent fraudulent expense claims can probably be found in any organization, Canadians expect that those who accept to serve in public institutions, particularly those groups held to a higher standard of conduct, to be more trustworthy. With our confidence level decreasing with each subsequent news report, and without prejudging the outcome of current investigations, something drastic needs to happen to restore our trust in this once revered institution.