I've written several posts about the tragic story of Cpl. Stuart Langridge, who killed himself seven years ago after serving his country honourably in Bosnia and Afghanistan.I told you how the military didn't accept that he was suffering from PTSD, they didn't treat his illness, they treated him like a
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Montreal Simon: First It Was Harper’s Police Now It’s Harper’s Army
A few days ago I wrote a post about how Stephen Harper was turning the RCMP into Harper's police.Just another tool in his campaign to try to win the next election.Now please stand to attention, kiss our democracy goodbye.And salute Harper's Army. Read more »
Continue readingMontreal Simon: Michael Harris’ Moving Mother’s Day Story
Well today is Mother's Day which is a good day for florists, and yet another good excuse to tell your Mum you love her.And I see that Stephen Harper is using the occasion to make us believe that he's on their side. Today we celebrate all mothers across Canada for
Continue readingMontreal Simon: Why Jason Kenney Should Resign Immediately
It's now been two full days since this shocking report on sexual harassment and violence in the Canadian Armed Forces. The Canadian Armed Forces perpetuates a sexualized military culture that is hostile to women and gay members, and harassment and assault are often tolerated by senior officers, according to a report released
Continue readingMontreal Simon: Cpl. Stuart Langridge and the Horror of Harper’s Army
The other night I wrote about the tragic story of Cpl. Stuart Langridge, who killed himself seven years ago after serving his country honourably in Bosnia and Afghanistan.And I described how the military didn't accept that he was suffering from PTSD, treated him like a criminal, and didn't let his
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