In a historic decision regarding the battle for access to documents on Afghan detainees, Speaker of the House Peter Milliken ruled in favour of the opposition, reaffirming the notion that Parliament reigns supreme over the powers of Prime Minister and the Federal Government. “Before us are issues that question the
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A. Picazo: Denial And Deceit: The Harper Government And Torture In Afghanistan
Canada has long been known as a peacekeeping nation; lauded for our humanitarian missions and respected for our international contributions. The unassuming nature of Canadian soldiers garners an admiration few other militaries can boast; A history of moral and honourable service. But for the mission in Afghanistan, the ethics and
Continue readingA. Picazo: Playing With Guns
“An Albatross and an embarrassment.” On Saturday, that’s how Conservative MP Candice Hoeppner labelled the gun registry during her address at the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters Annual General Meeting. Bill C-391, Hoeppners private member’s bill to abolish the long gun registry, was spared the axe of prorogation and
Continue readingA. Picazo: Rahim Jaffer And The ‘Tough On Crime’ Facade
Former Conservative MP Rahim Jaffer, who was charged with cocaine possession and drunk driving on September 11, 2009, has just been given a sweetheart deal: plead guilty to carless driving and pay a $500 fine in exchange for dropping the drunk driving and cocaine possession charges, and escape with no criminal
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