Inconveniently, the writer finds himself living in a democracy where elected representatives and their chosen ministers must ultimately act in the national interest. By its very nature, successful leadership will involve compromise, in this case a decision attempting to achieve industry/economic survival and environmental sustainability. Note that not all parties to this debate will be satisfied..... not all pipelines will be built, not all carbon emissions will be capped. Neither should all parties be totally dissatisfied since progress was achieved in critical areas of economic development and carbon emission control initiatives across the country.
The writer's assertion that one party to this dispute should be able to dictate its will against a democratically elected government because of its profoundly unique enlightenment on the issues is troubling. I am not a fan of the present government but in this case I would rather stand with them and the rule of law.