Some folks can't wait until Julian Fantino's time as head of the OPP ends. But it would come as no surprise if Fantino, master of the knee-jerk reaction and someone who always shoots from the lip -- even if he's in the process of jamming a foot into his cake hole -- opts to run for political office.
The man's been politicking for years while wearing a police uniform. From his past lobbying for street racing laws to the current proclamation that irresponsible drivers should face charges, Fantino loves to stand on the soapbox.
This time around, he wants to nail people who don't slow down in inclement weather, as if every driver can magically comprehend the best driving speed for the road conditions.
Our roadways have posted maximum speed limits, in place for perfect road conditions. It's anticipated people decrease their speed when the weather is less than perfect. The worse the weather, the lower the speed.
It is very true some drivers travel along at a high rate of speed oblivious to the conditions. They do cause accidents. It is also true some folks go to the other extreme, slowing to a dangerous crawl. Should they also be punished, Mr. Fantino?
For the offenders, there are already careless driving laws in place.
Fantino will continue to publicly offer up "suggestions" to provincial politicians for changes to Ontario's Highway Traffic Act. Some, such as the street racing legislation, will be enacted, but others will thankfully fall on deaf ears.
Perhaps at some point Ontario's top cop will realize you cannot legislate stupidity.