I am What I think I am
I know that the question of personal identity is one of the most debated and discussed topic in philosophy and in the humanities generally. It is also one that assumes…
2011
The more articulate one is, the more dangerous words become.
The man responsible for the deaths of 76 children and adults in Friday’s Norwegian terrorist attacks says that he is not guilty because they were acts of self-defense on behalf…
All the best, Jack
You will win this battle. Take the time and get the rest you need....
Jack Layton Steps Down Temporarily As He Fights a New Cancer With the Same Courage He Usually Does
Jack Layton made the announcement this morning alongside Olivia Chow in Toronto. As usual, Layton shows optimism by telling the media and Canadians that he will be back when parliament…
Conservatives: controlling the message is paramount even when it’s art
With echoes of Krista Erickson snaking her arms in imitation of dance, Harper is doing his own particular jig to stop an artist from expressing her view of the Conservatives'…
Jack Layton Takes His Leave
He fought so bravely against one cancer, leading his party into a gruelling election campaign, even though it was clear that some days were harder than others.Now he must fight…
Heat Wave Over! And my book is…
I’m a new woman! The heat took its toll. The only way I could tell the difference between a hot flash and hot air was that I needed 2 ice…
Re: Jack Layton’s Press Conference
Jack Layton announced that he is fighting a new cancer and is thus temporarily stepping down as NDP leader, planning to resume his duties in September. I hope Layton gets…
How Useful Are Food Banks In The Longterm?
As a volunteer at one of the local foodbanks for the past few years, I have often felt ambivalent about their existence. While there is no question that they are…
3947…Light A Candle For Jack Layton
Jack Layton, El Supremo of the Dippers and Leader of Her Majesty's Loyal Opposition, just gave a news conference, live on CBC Newsworld and the news, well, not good.Mr. Layton…
Government Of Sneaks
The PMO's art commissars are trying to purge an artist, for political thought crimes -- on the quiet. Let's make some noise.
The Cat favours Thomas Mulcair to replace Jack Layton
Thomas MulcairLayton is stepping down as leader of the NDP to fight a new cancer attack, and a temporary leader will be selected by the party, and might only serve…
Layton steps aside
A frail-looking and raspy-voiced NDP leader Jack Layton announced Monday that his battle with cancer isn't over. The official Opposition leader said he was temporarily stepping aside to take care…
Layton Steps Down Temporarily
A very gaunt and weak-sounding Jack Layton, leader of the NDP, has announced that he has a "new" cancer and is temporarily stepping aside appointing Nycole Turmel as interim leader.…
Layton Steps Down Temporarily
A very gaunt and weak-sounding Jack Layton, leader of the NDP, has announced that he has a “new” cancer and is temporarily stepping aside appointing Nycole Turmel as interim leader.…
Layton Steps Down Temporarily
A very gaunt and weak-sounding Jack Layton, leader of the NDP, has announced that he has a "new" cancer and is temporarily stepping aside appointing Nycole Turmel as interim leader.Best…
Layton Steps Down Temporarily
A very gaunt and weak-sounding Jack Layton, leader of the NDP, has announced that he has a “new” cancer and is temporarily stepping aside appointing Nycole Turmel as interim leader.…
Best Wishes Mr. Layton
You're in our thoughts. Let's all hope for the best.
Sad
Pretty hard to watch the normally vibrant Jack Layton at today's press conference. Having seen this look before, this appears an extremely serious and sad situation. Like everyone, I wish…
"If I have tried to bring anything to federal politics, it is the idea that hope and optimism should be at their heart"
Very sad news today, with Jack Layton announcing he is now battling a new form of cancer. He will be taking a leave of absence as party leader to focus…