November 2024
elections: here some relief, there… only fear
I rarely -- almost never -- write about politics anymore, either Canadian or US. But of course the upcoming US election is weighing heavily on my mind, as it surely…
My latest: why I think (hope, pray) Kamala will win
Campaigns matter. That’s the old political truism, anyway. For a long time, politicos have believed that. To them, it’s like hockey: the regular season doesn’t matter, only the playoffs matter.…
Cars vs Humans
Doug Ford's Bill 212 is a cruel joke, but the people of Ontario shouldn't be laughing. The post Cars vs Humans first appeared on Excited Delirium.
Color me depressed
Trump mimics giving a blowjob at a Republican rally. Earlier, he made a death threat against a woman who is voting against him. What’s mystifying isn’t that there are sick,…
Today’s News: It’s FAFO time!
I think we're reaching "Fuck Around and Find Out" time: In Canada, Poilievre's blithe "Of course I'm going to cancel programs to fund a GST reduction on new houses" and…
Danielle Smith introduces harsh but politically expedient anti-trans legislation – she didn’t always sound like this
Can Danielle Smith be trusted about anything she says? Now that Alberta’s premier has introduced what is widely acknowledged to be the harshest anti-transgender legislation in Canada, rivalling that in…
Hello Alphabet Overlords! Time to take stock
It's been over 19 years since I created this account, and I am grateful.You have provided a platform that has allowed me to reach out to all the world.This was…
Town and Country—two solitudes
When Alberta Premier Danielle Smith rails against the federal Liberals as she is inclined to... The post Town and Country—two solitudes first appeared on Views from the Beltline.
Musical interlude
Gorgon City, Hayley May - Never Let Me Down
Paul Amos, RIP
He was a kind and generous man, full of laughter and life. He will be missed.
Alberta’s Anti-Trans Legislation
So, now that the UCP has rolled out their anti-trans legislation, we can take a long look at it. Yesterday, they tabled 3 related bills and earlier in the week…
Friday Afternoon Links
Assorted content to end your week.- Saul Elbein discusses the many ways in which the climate breakdown is affecting communities facing far more severe weather events than they've ever experienced…
Advice from atop the mountain
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Legal News Post of the Day: November 1, 2024
#LegalNewsPostoftheDay: Ontario plans to remove Toronto bike lanes on Bloor, Yonge and University #law #legal #legalnews via @CTVNews https://t.co/fambT5Zwoa - Garry J. Wise, Toronto Visit our Toronto Law Office website:…
This week’s #FlashbackFridaypost is from April 14, 2007
This week’s #FlashbackFridaypost is from April 14, 2007via Wise Law Blog: Employment Law: Is Online "Adult" Activity Relevant to the Workplace? https://wiselaw.blogspot.com/2007/04/employment-law-is-online-adult-activity.html - Garry J. Wise, Toront...
If You Live In Ontario
... you will understand the followingH/t MoudakisOne of the dubious accomplishments of Ontario Premier Doug Ford's government has been to reduce the relationship between the governed and those who govern…
Why is Canada subsidizing landlords during a housing crisis?
Photo by wyliepoon/Flickr Canada is in the depths of a severe housing crisis. Nationally, rents have increased 21 percent in just two years. While some large landlords are reporting huge…