Presentation by David Carter

The Rotary Club of Medicine Hat welcomed David Carter to our meeting today.  David was introduced, in a way that a man who needs no introduction should be introduced by Adolf Seiler.  David spoke about his early history in the community, with his father being a Rector of St Barnabas church and his attendance at Alexandra High School.  By show of hands, he had company in that school.

 

 

He also spoke at some length as a "Thank You" to the Rotary club, for what we do in the community and what is accomplished by all the service organizations.

 

 

He spoke about his early writing, including grade school where he was encouraged by Miss Cobb, as well as while a Chaplain at the U of C, where W O Mitchell also had a hand in his writing career.

 

He spoke about his work as an MLA for downtown Calgary which lasted two terms, and then his two terms as Speaker of the Legislature.  He always was a "no nonsense" guy, and believes far too much liberty is taken with the democratic process within the legislature.  He spoke about the lack of knowledge by party leaders and the process in general, of the "rules" of order.  He also spoke candidly about the section of the book related to abuse at the hands of church officials, a chapter he was scared to put in but may in the end have the greatest impact.

 

Many questions were asked at the conclusion and David was thanked by President Uwe.