Governing in Canada – Looking backward
It seems to me that most countries elect a government that provides a vision that is meant to move the country forward. Not this country. Nope. It seems that we…
Karen
Bob Rae’s Speech to the House of Commons on Libya
Hon. Bob Rae (Toronto Centre, Lib.): Mr. Speaker, I have had the opportunity to speak to all of the resolutions in the House on Libya and I am glad to…
Hudak Rhymes with Fear Merchant
I can't help but think that Tim Hudak knows he's behind the eight ball in this race and is therefore grasping at anything that may improve his chances. Fair enough…
Jack Layton
July 18, 1950 ~ August 22, 2011 Many articulate pieces have been written about Jack today. Seek them out and read them. I'd also offer, that if you have not…
Sactimony Unbecoming
Michael Ignatieff wrote an interesting op-ed today, presumably prompted by a recently published report and article examining expatriates. In it Ignatieff shares his less than pleasant experience on the subject,…
Me, Myself and Aye
While it has been interesting to read the various post-mortems of the election and the pages and pages of advice being offered to the Liberal Party, my mind keeps drifting…
It’s Friday so….Promises, Promises
Read whatever you like into this choice.(via ~ Jian Gomeshi)
Election Day
Well, I don't have to tell you that today is the day. If you didn't vote at the advanced polls, be sure to get out and have your voice heard.I…
Take a Closer Look
Bob Rae asks you to take a second look at both the Conservative and NDP platforms. Take your time especially with the NDP list of promises. They don't make any…
Ridings Only Get Money if MP is in Government?
The latest offering from Conservative candidate in my riding, Stella Ambler, is telling us that you must have an MP in government in order to get dollars to the riding.…
It’s Meant To Be Shared!
If you still have friends and family who don't know who Michael Ignatieff really is and what the Liberal Party of Canada stands for in 2011, please share this with…
Remember to Tune In
Today, Michael Ignatieff is doing a Town Hall for Canada. For information about where and when you can watch, go to the Liberal Party of Canada website. Tell your friends…
Canadians Cynical? Nope
It's been suggested during this campaign that Canadians are disinterested and cynical. That statement has been made in large part by Conservatives and some media.I think they are in for…
Resume Check Required – Stella Ambler
In my riding, the Conservative candidate featured above, seems to have a number of jobs. The problem is some are real, some appear not to be.It's one thing to try…
Hometown Glory
Taking a page out of Impolitical's book...it's Friday. Music! It happens to be music I like and a singer who has a message.I'm also old enough to have had numerous…
Odd Sensibilities
As we near the second and final debate tonight, I've been thinking about some of what has been written and uttered about last night. There seems to be a need…