Originally posted by Tharzon
Except that's not how it happened.
"It became clear that if the Green party were included, there would be no leaders' debate," the consortium said in a press release.

"In the interest of Canadians, the consortium has determined that it is better to broadcast the debates with the four major party leaders, rather than not at all."

That came straight from the CBC. Does that statement from the consortium sound like they said "shucks guys, you're right"? Really doesn't sound like it to me.