Are the Scheer Cons Now More Popular Than The Liberals?
When I checked to see what Andrew Scheer was doing this weekend, I saw that he was at the Winter Carnival in Quebec City.No doubt trying to hold on to…
February 2018
Flowers Reduce use of Pesticide Spraying in Farms
Farms in the UK and Switzerland are trying a classic approach to reducing their use of pesticides: flowers. Yes, the flowers provide nutrients for insects that eat crops, but they…
Trashing Trump.
It is the new cottage industry in North America—and probably the entire world. We just need our daily fix on what is wrong with American President Donald Trump. The best…
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Derek Fildebrandt and Don MacIntyre out of the UCP caucus. Alberta Advantage Party picks a new leader on Feb. 24, 2018.
Photo: Wildrose MLA Derek Fildebrandt in happier days as he joined Jason Kenney on the eve of his victory in the 2017 PC Party leadership race. (Photo credit: @pcyouthalberta on…
My expert colour commentary
You’re welcome. God punishes Brady for Trump. #FlyEaglesFly — Warren Kinsella (@kinsellawarren) February 5, 2018
It’s been one of those days…
Ms Soapbox’s plane got in late last night. It got wedged behind another plane in Victoria and was blocked from the gate by a giant snowbank in Calgary. On the…
Is There New Political Compass Emerging in Alberta?
What is the New Political Compass? The concept of a New Political Compass, one that moves beyond the linear spectrum of Left vs Right was introduced in 2008 by Dr.…
Is There New Political Compass Emerging in Alberta?
What is the New Political Compass? The concept of a New Political Compass, one that moves beyond the linear spectrum of Left vs Right was introduced in 2008 by Dr.…
The "But Communism Was Bad" Argument
Lately, when debating matters of economics, people that I will broadly call “small government advocates” (usually hardline fiscal hawk conservatives and libertarians) will inevitably start throwing about the argument that…
Is There New Political Compass Emerging in Alberta?
What is the New Political Compass?The concept of a New Political Compass, one that moves beyond the linear spectrum of Left vs Right was introduced in 2008 by Dr. Paul…
Eating up the Hill: BBQ Chicken with Fries and Coleslaw
Another new menu item in the Hill cafeteria menu rotation that caught me eye this week was the BBQ Chicken with Fries and Coleslaw. It was a dish I had…
The Weaver-Horgan LNG Kerfuffle Explained
B.C. Green Party leader Andrew Weaver becomes downright indignant at suggestions he has retreated even a fraction from the LNG ultimatum he first delivered during a year-end interview with DeSmog…
February 2018 Bits and Bites: The Hypocrisy, Infighting, and Just Plain Dumb Edition
I think it is correct to acknowledge that humanity is a complicated lot rife with contradictions. We all have our blind spots where we have difficulty seeing that our words…
I am reminded of the time that Dimitri Soudas said I was a has-been
He was right, of course. Via one of those social media counter-bots, hopefully not being run out of the Kremlin.
Ontario Liberal Party AGM
The Ontario Liberal Party held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Feb. 2-4, 2018 in Toronto. Karen Mock lights Shabbat candles at the Ontario Liberal Party’s AGM with Premier Kathleen…
Saturday Photo: Beauty, Fading But Beautiful
Looking for photos to illustrate a presentation I’m giving about concrete, I came across this one I took in Lisbon several years ago. The stucco on these buildings with the…
Thoughts on reading Ulysses
Onomatopoeia. Odd, sometimes, entertaining too. Like speed bumps that make you slow down and silently mouth the letters. A slow smile at the sound it makes in your head. Alliteration.…
Sunday Morning Links
This and that for your Sunday reading. – Victor Cyr discusses the problems with a public policy focus on capitalism without any concern for human well-being. And Ann Pettifor highlights…
No Time To Sleep
Robin Sears writes that social media have pioneered four new techniques — disappearing ads, fake senders, massive targeted volumes and anonymous sponsors. Each represents a clear and present danger to…