Some years ago I saw a film taken in New Guinea. A native in "full dress" (looked like a headhunter) stopped the truck bearing the reporter and cameraman. He wanted a ride to the next village. He was very upset at the government for not building more roads. Probably pretty savvy about politics.

But yes, Ed T, Albertans were happy that Harper and his party won a majority. His policies are theirs. Not a game, just real life.