J WHITBY FREE PRESS, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 1980, PAGE 7 Elect ion 1980 Questionai re Foreign affairs is flot otten an issue ln Canadian politics. What do you believe Canada 's action should be regarding the hostage-taklng incident in Iran and Soviet aggression in Afganistan? D ickerson Terrorism, irrespective of who, where or why must be condemned in the harshest diplomatie terms possible. While we must consider the consequences of standing firmnly by our ally, the United States, we should be prepared to join in any international san- ctions against Iran that the United Nations impose. Hostage-taking and the taking of another country's embassy simply cannot go unchallenged or uncon- tested. The Soviet thrust into Afganistan is clearly an effort to set up another puppet regime using violence and killing as the cheif means. Canada is qwite correct in agreeing not to make up any shortfall of grain shipped to the Soviet Union. Fenneil Canada's position regarding the situation in Iran was expressed very well, I believe, in the Joint Commonwealth Statement that was issued on November 27th, 1979. In that statement, External Affairs Minister Flora MacDonald voiced the shared outrage of ail Canadians that "'whatever the nature of the dispute between souvereign states, the taking and holding hostage of diplomatie personnel and the violation of diplomatie premises could not be justified. Such events, whereever they occur, were in violation of international law and jeopar- dized the fabrie of international relations". The Canadian Embassy took a vital leadership role in coordinating and organizing other embassies in Iran during the initial stages of the crisis. We have officially protested the hostage taking incident and have made known to the United States our willingness to be of assistance in any practical way to aid the citizens of that country. The United States has voiced appreciation at our support in this in- cident and 1 feel confident that we shall continue to -support our neighbout and good friend during this grave time. The grave breach of international peace which has been committed by the Soviet Union in Afghanistan cannot and must not be ignored. Only the total respect of one another's sovereignty and indepen- dence will we be able to continue working.towards international cooperation and understanding. I believe that the steps taken by Prime Minister Clark are sound steps in expressing our stron con- demnation of the Soviet action. Posma Canada should show solidarity with the U.S. Re: the hostage-taking incident in Iran. Since very little predictable behaviour can come from Iran with that lunatic Khomeini at the helm, Canada should do everything possible to prevent the rendering of legitimacy to that government. The behaviour of the present govermnent of Iran is erratie and can- not be considered civilized at the time. As for Afghanistan, Soviet agression into that country is predictable behaviour for that totalitarian state. Canada should consult with its friends and allies to determine what the most strategie counter measures should be. It is in Canada's interest that Soviet hegemony in the Middle East does not become a reahity. Lastly, Canada could withdraw government support from the Canadian Olympic Team to prevent it from gaing to Mascow. Rison In canvassing and addressing groups across the ritling, r-have not found foreign affairs to be an issue. Rather medicare, PetroCan, U)e liquid waste facility in Ajax, and jobs have emerged. I wonder that two of these six questions are directed to issues outside Canada, when we have so many pressing problems, here, at home. Re: Iran and the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, the NDP supports a boycott of the Moscow Olynibics, and bas been urging that the UN make a decision to act - by which we would abide. CONT*D ON PC. 9 Br~k1in ~ Byines WHITI3Y PARKS & RECREATION The Whitby Parks & Recreation Department wants to upgrade the quality of the public skating program in Brooklin. At this time we specifîcally need the support of somne adults (on a paid, flot volunteer, basis) to function in a supervisory capacity. If you are interested, please caîl the department at 668- 5803, extension 33. We appreciate your concern regarding this matter. ONTARIO HEART FOUNDATION Did you know the Ontario Heart Foundation is planning a door-to-door canvass in Brooklin during the month of February? February is Heart Month and also the only time of asking for contributions. Our canvassers will be calling on you during the month. Please open your doors and your hearts. This is a first - let's make it successful. -FLEA MARKET The Flea Market will be open once again on Sunday, January. 20 and will run every Sunday fromn 12: 00 noon till 4:30 p.m. at the Brooklin Community Centre. Some new items will be featured some furniture, nuts & dried fruits. DIAL- N- INSPIRATION Dial 668-1331 and heor a three minute inspirotional message by Pastor Emmo Oltmonns, of the Emmanuelchurch at 401 Rossland RoadW. in Whitby. THE REGIONAL i MUNICIPALITY DURHAM0FURA NOTICE WATER AND SEWER RAT'E ADJ USTM ENT The Reg ion wishes to advise ail water and sewer customners that Phase V, or the final year-of the f ive year phasing-in program of the Uniform Rates becomes effective January 1, 1980. A copy of these rates wili be provided with your f irst Water and Sewer Bllilng for 1980. Vendors may set up a table for $10,00. Please caîl Mrs. Blyth at 655-3679. DISCOVER WHAT TOASTMISTRESS CAN DO FOR YOU Visit our club and observe Toastmistress education in ac- tion. 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N ~;; ] DUNOAS i ¶1 ]EH~~LZ1LMLY1STET 1HF4HR4 FSFF i Persons havlng any inquiries may contact the Corporation of the Town of Whitby Planning Department, Whitby Municipal Building, 575 Rossland Road East, Whltby, On- tario. Telephane (416) 668-5803, Ext. 25. COU NCILLOR BARRY L. EVANS, Chairman, Planning Depariment. ROBERT B. SHORT, Director of Planning. Building or House an addition, Coul us for AIL your lumber and building needs. FREE ESTIMATES MITCHELL BROIERS Building Supplies Ltd. Brooktîn 655-4991 bui --g centre 1 m 1