In completely unexpected nod to Democracy, Harper says he'll not form government if he hasn't the seats

This is our chance people. Not only to rid ourselves of this awful government, but also to see if he really means it.

Somehow, I doubt it.

Conservative Leader Stephen Harper said he would not attempt to form a government if another party won the most seats in the election and his party came in second place.

In an exclusive interview with CBC’s Peter Mansbridge aired on Thursday afternoon, Harper said if Liberal Leader Michael Ignatieff or NDP Leader Jack Layton won the election, but was unable to gain the confidence of the House, he would not attempt to try and take power.

“They will form the government,” Harper said.

”I think If the other guys win, they get a shot at government and I don’t think you challenge that unless you’re prepared to go back to the people.”

Harper said he would reject an offer made by the governor general to try and form a government

"So you’d say to the governor general 'No, I wouldn't do that?' Mansbridge asked.

"Yeah, absolutely," he said, adding that people don't want another election.

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