Reflections on McChesney: Problematics of Media Self-Regulation
FULL DISCLOSURE: I worked as a mainstream news reporter between 2003 and 2012. News media goes where many cannot or will not. It infiltrates the halls of power, the courtrooms,…
2015
A Recently Retired Government Scientist Speaks Out:
This is sad beyond words. A recently retired Fisheries and Oceans Canada biologist says the muzzling of federal government scientists is worse than anyone can imagine. Steve Campana, known for…
140Law – Recent Legal Headlines
Here are the leading legal headlines from Wise Law on Twitter: Employee tracking apps raise worker privacy questions Editorial: Law Society failing vulnerable refugee claimants | The Toronto Star Ontario…
Want to Be Included in Your Loved One’s Home Care Team? Here’s How
I spend a lot of time reading about how families manage caring for loved ones all over the world. Today, developed nations share common challenges – aging populations, more people…
Sources say Karen Leibovici to run for federal Liberals in Edmonton-West
Numerous sources report that former Edmonton city councillor Karen Leibovici is preparing a jump into federal politics by seeking the federal Liberal Party nomination in the new Edmonton-West riding. Ms.…
Guest Blog from Kim Pollock: Stagnation Without End
We are pleased to present this guest commentary from Kim Pollock, a former union researcher based in B.C. and Saskatchewan. Now retired, Kim is investigating various aspects of Canada’s economic…
Fossil Fuel Divestment Continues to be Profitable
The ongoing process of investment firms divesting from fossil fuels continues to be a good idea for the planet and for profits. It’s worth noting that the big push behind…
That’s A Turnabout
When I first started writing this blog, Michael Coren was a regular target for my ire, especially when he would go off spouting right wing talking points about gay marriage.…
That’s A Turnabout
When I first started writing this blog, Michael Coren was a regular target for my ire, especially when he would go off spouting right wing talking points about gay marriage.…
That’s A Turnabout
When I first started writing this blog, Michael Coren was a regular target for my ire, especially when he would go off spouting right wing talking points about gay marriage.…
What’s That Sound I Hear?
Lesser morals might baldly accuse Stephen Harper of cowardice. Editorial cartoonists have a better way: H/t The Toronto Star Recommend this Post
Stephen Harper and the Great Failing Con War on Terror
I don't know if you've noticed, but Stephen Harper has suddenly stopped talking about the Great War on Terror, and the Great Terrorist Menace.These days he wants to project a…
Akaash Maharaj: Addressing the United Nations
Political corruption kills more people than war and famine combined. I addressed the United Nations on how the international community can and must act to bring kleptocrats to justice.
Jade Helm 15 and the Madness of America
For a guy who gets great entertainment from reading the wild and wacky conspiracy theories that sprout like mushrooms online, I was surprised that I missed the rapid growth of…
The Candidate: KISS the web site.
Part 5 of our series for Canada’s federal candidates. Yes, you have to have a web site. Yes, it better look like the party web site. Yes, you have to…
Migrating from Windows Live Mail to MS-Outlook
Which email client does your law office use?I raise this question, as the purchase of a new computer for my desktop has necessitated the migration of all my emails –…
Targets Of Our Fellow Citizens
http://www.sodahead.com/ Bill C-51 has been passed by the House and is on track for speedy passage in the Senate. As it has from the very beginning, the Harper government is…
The Politics of Greed
Politics in North America often hides behind the veil of economic discourse. Underneath the veil is the unmitigated pursuit of self-interest, the maximization of personal gain. As humans, however, we…
Your Daily Digital Digest for Monday, May 18, 2015
Your news links for today: Bill C-51: They Appear to Know Not What They Have Done – National Security Law Blog Mulcair vows to repeal bill C-51 at NDP rally…
The Cowardly Dodger Stephen Harper and the Great Con Debate Scam
It's frustrating to see that even some of my readers think that Stephen Harper's crass attempt to fix the party leader's debates might be good for progressives.And are sending me…