Aug. 2, 10:26 a.m. – (none)

I just have a quick note to say on the article regarding Commonwealth citizens and the right to vote. In response to Mr. Sutherland, I have lived in Nova Scotia for four years, and believe that I should have the right to vote (as I do presently). Do you not feel that I have a better understanding of this province than a student from B.C. who has lived here for six months? I have adopted this area as my home, and just because my passport says I am Australian doesn't make me less concerned about the issues faced by myself and those around me.

I will be casting my vote on Tuesday, after careful consideration, something that many of those with the right will not do.

   - Karen Hayter

Aug. 2, 11:41 a.m. - Commonwealth voters

I am a Canadian, born in N.S. My husband is British (born in England).He works here, pays taxes on both his Canadian salary and the British Home Office Prison Service pension he receives monthly. In this election he will be able to vote, but it’s the last time. If a Commonwealth "person" resides here, is a legal resident, pays taxes why shouldn't he/she be able to vote?I lived in England for 20 years and voted in every election -- council, national andLondon. Why doesn't that system apply here?I feel strongly that we are depriving this category of citizens a very basic right.

   - Audrey Matheson, LaHave, N.S.

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