Originally Posted by silent_jay

Seems PM Harper has upset some journalists by trying to be like his American counterpart and only let certain journalists ask questions during the scrums. They say they are trying to install some order to the scrums, but for some reason I just don't buy it.

Looks to me like Harper is trying to keep those that disagree with him from voicing their opinions. What next are we going to have American style town hall meetings where only loyal Conservatives are allowed?

It's a first for journalists boycotting a prime ministerial news conference though, so he can say he was the first to have that happen.