The Thing With Sandra Pupatello Is:
At this point, I like the plain-speaking Sandra Pupatello for the job, and I’m guessing she’s entering the race as the favourite. Should she win, she would, of course, make…
November 2012
Bill McKibben Kicks Off 350.org Do The Math Tour In Seattle
Last night I had the pleasure of attending the Seattle kickoff of 350.org's Do The Math tour, which will highlight the imperative for action to keep 80 percent of the…
This Youtube link is “War in the East”, a dub…
This Youtube link is “War in the East”, a dub reggae-influenced song by Canadian punk band D.O.A. ——————————————————————————————————- I wear a poppy and commemorate Remembrance Day...
President Obama now runs for his place in history
Robert CaroFor three years, Obama has had dinner with selected American historians, allowing him to ask probling questions.As one attendee now comments, he is focused on his role in history:“He…
Bram Stoker
Always a fan. Honourable Google doodle. (5) Trashy, Ottawa, Ontario
“Wasted Life” by Stiff Little Fingers This song was…
“Wasted Life” by Stiff Little Fingers This song was specifically written about the Troubles in Northern Ireland, but many of the lyrics apply to almost every military conflict in the…
No more war but class war. Honour the fallen on Remembrance Day,…
No more war but class war. Honour the fallen on Remembrance Day, but also curse the politicians, businessmen and monarchs who sent them to kill and die in conflicts that,…
Aerial Buyer’s Remorse?
Ever buy something with all the bells and whistles only to realize you spent a lot of money on fancy extras you'll never need or even use?Don't blame the sales…
Van Dongen Goes After Christy Clark Over BC Rail Sale!
Richard ‘Hub’ Hughes-Political Blogger The long awaited charge levelled against Premier Christy Clark over her role, as then Deputy Premier, in the BCR scandal has finally materialized. Here is…
The "Articling Crisis" – Or is It?
On November 22, 2012, the Benchers of the Law Society of Upper Canada shall once again convene to address the province's so called "articling crisis." I am not convinced there…
My Fave Post-US Election Tweet … (so far)
(Click on pic to enlarge ... ) Ha!
5307…M. 3 Per Cent Se Repose En Floride
So sayeth the front page of Le Journal de Montreal.M. 3 Per Cent is, of course, Bernard Trepanier, the kick back collector of Montreal.And the people of Toronto are up…
Steve Housser Seeks Cowichan Liberal Nod
Richard ‘Hub’ Hughes-Political Blogger Steve Housser says that he was inspired by Premier Christy Clark’s energy and he has decided to throw his hat in the ring to challenge Incumbent…
What Stands In The Way of Republican Revival
If the Republicans seriously want to attract minorities, they have to get rid of bigots like Rush Limbaugh. This jackass can't help himself. You can skip to the 3:00 mark…
I should feel sorry for them, right?
Naaawwwww! (5) Trashy, Ottawa, Ontario
All the Single Ladies! China’s Fetish For Canada’s Tar Sands
In 2007, when President Obama proposed a carbon tax on imported Canadian tar sands oil, the Canadian oil lobby and the Conservative government threatened to start sending their crude overseas…
Sheldon Adelson who contributed $53.7 Million to GOP
According to some reports he contributed over $100 million to GOP candidates. He owns Casinos in Las Vegas and is a billionaire. He expected to have saved billions in taxes…
Playing Games – Big Telecom continues to throttle Canadian Internet connections
Canadian citizens are paying for Internet access, but Big Telecom isn't being completely open about the restrictions that they've been imposing. When Big Telecom was confronted about throttling ...
U.S. election 2012: Rachel Maddow unloads on delusional Republicans
Rachel Maddow is my favorite American television host, political commentator and progressive. She’s the best. In this video, she unloads on Republicans and conservatives for their delusional reaction to the…