Wednesdays with @Kady replay: Are Harper's priorities yours?

Replay our weekly online political live chat with CBC Politics blogger Kady O'Malley.

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Posted: Jan 30, 2013 10:03 AM ET

Last Updated: Jan 30, 2013 2:19 PM ET

There's always plenty to chat about with Kady O'Malley. And as Parliament gets back to work... so too will our weekly political live chat feature.

Every Wednesday, CBCNews.ca's Politics blogger convenes a "people's caucus" to discuss and debate the issues of the week.

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Prime Minister Stephen Harper told his caucus this morning that his agenda is focused on four things Canadians care about most: families, public safety, citizenship and financial security. As Parliament returns to work, does that line up with what you think MPs need to spend time on?

Plus:

Should Canada intervene in the ongoing conflicts in Mali or Syria? What role is appropriate for our government to consider?
As the justice minister prepares to introduce a bill to change the royal line of succession... what do you think about these specific reforms? Are you okay with it being passed quickly, or should more discussion be held - including with the provinces?

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