Smaller government? Or just dumber?
I’ve long been a proponent of smaller government. Far too much money and effort goes into regulating my private life as a citizen, to support questionable business practices (inside and…
2012
Smaller government? Or just dumber?
I’ve long been a proponent of smaller government. Far too much money and effort goes into regulating my private life as a citizen, to support questionable business practices (inside and…
Jim Flaherty: Cutting corporate taxes raises revenues
“What we’re seeing, despite the fact that we’ve reduced business taxes, is we’re seeing our corporate tax revenue continue to rise. And this is further proof, if anyone needed it,…
Saturday Photo: Paris, in Honour of Robert Doisneau
Google informs us today that it’s the 100th anniversary of photographer Robert Doisneau. His emblematic photos of France, particularly of Paris, have been favourites of mine. Not that I’d ever…
centre of the universe 2012-04-14 13:38:23
I am tired of arguing. I am not interested in hearing opposing points of view. I don’t particularly care about honouring different opinions. This, then, marks the very beginning of…
Controversy over Three Stooges movie
Catholic Church is upset that Kate Upton, who plays a catholic nun in the movie, wears a bikini. Movie trailer. I am sure Upton can take care of herself. Should…
Making the Grade: Monday Night Raw, April 9, 2012
It’s time for the weekly Raw review and opinions, but I have decided to change the title and the format. I have discovered that other blogs use the “Good, Bad…
With Sons Two and Three at the Goof
Son, wearily: Dad, it was a party. Me: You actually look like you did some partying, to tell you the truth. Son, bemused: Dad, I am the party. Me, marveling:…
Infographic Weekend: Where does US Food Aid go?
The United States is doing it’s best to feed the world … or at least that’s what they’d like you to believe. US Food Aid may be more effective as…
Asbestos in ancient times
The Romans used to use asbestos in their cloths for daily use – such as dish-towels, napkins, and table cloths. Pliny the Elder said that they could be cleaned whiter…
Undoubted authority of a trial judge to control the proceedings, including the authority to require that witnesses are fairly questioned, and not subject to unfocused, repetitive, ambiguous or irrelevant questions
R. v. Windibank, 2012 ONCA 237 has useful language on the authority of the Court to control questioning of witnesses: The appellant acknowledges the undoubted authority of a trial judge to control…
Some (more) suggestions on income taxes
Maybe it’s me but the whole concept of “boutique” tax credits has become something of a joke. Some items such as making public transit passes tax deductible makes sense as…
The Odd New Meaning of Phobic
<Note: I am starting back up some content for this blog. More current content is coming.> As I take in my steady stream of media, I find bothered by the…
April 14: Those buildings are ugly….
On the front page of the The Moncton Times and Transcript, under the title “It’s time to dream big”, is what looks like an oversized aircraft hangar with what appear…
Canadian Police STILL Killing People With Tasers …
I thought we’d been through all of this before! Police forces across Canada need to remember the definition of ‘Insanity’ … “Insanity is repeating the same mistake, over and over…
It’s Like Living With Crazy People
Case in point. A great guy. We’ve been friends for almost 40-years. He’s devoutly Conservative and has been actively involved in the party longer than I’ve known him. Well educated,…
Alberta Votes Day 20: Notes From Week 3
On the Debate Reaction from yours truly, Hatrock, Santos, Tougas, and Daveberta. On Going Neg 1. A former Liberal MLA offers the PCs free advice on how to go neg,…
Critiquing Boutiquing
Conservatives mocking Liberal Boutique would like to remind you that the Stephen Harper bobble-head doll is $19.99 at their online store.
Wyclef Jean – Creates song for Trayvon Martin
Very moving song. MSNBC story.
Favourite Poems LII
The execution of Sir Walter Raleigh. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) Raleigh wrote this poem as he awaited execution, the victim of the wrath of a monarch and of some treacherous diplomatic…