J.Crew does something amazing
I’m a big J.Crew fan – many people on my Christmas list are very, very lucky – but usually for its clothes, not for any particular corporate policy or decision.…
Lisa
An officer and a gentleman
This makes me feel a little better about the world.
News Alert: Rob Ford did not apologize
We’ve heard it a million times, the non-apology apology from politicians. It’s when that tiny little word “if” follows “I’m sorry.” (You know, “I’m sorry if I offended you.”) And…
Grandpa
This post isn’t about politics, rather family and how quickly time can get away from you. My grandfather passed away a few days ago, having lived a very long life.…
Senator Brazeau and I agree on something
Shocking, I know. Brazeau, risking irritating his master, Stephen Harper, is onside with the opposition Liberals and NDP in asking that an inquiry be called to investigate hundreds of missing…
Joyce Murray and her bid for LPC leadership
She announced on the same day, the same time even, as the Rob Ford verdict. Everyone knew days ahead that Monday at 10 am was the Ford decision. This was…
No one is above the law: Rob Ford is removed from office
I have to be honest, I didn’t see this coming. Last night I was asked my thoughts on the likely outcome of the Ford case. “I hope he’s kicked out…
Wildrose leader Danielle Smith is dangerous
Alberta’s last election, held just seven months ago, was notable for a couple of things. First, because so many people – pollsters, journalist, etc. – got the results so very…
Ontario PC leader Tim Hudak agrees he blew it
That’s right, for whatever reason Hudak decided to bare his losing soul to a reporter. Not only, he says, did he lose the last election, but says it’s all his…
Our mayor on the field
As a clumsy person myself, I almost feel sorry for him. But I just about died laughing. For the record, it’s not funny because it’s Ford, it’s just funny. Thanks…
Calgary byelection is a three-way race
When I said this riding was competitive on SNN, Krista laughed at me. But now I’m not the only one saying it anymore - the Mayor of Calgary is too.…
Justin on pot
I’ve defended Trudeau a few times on Sun News saying that he’s not a “shiny pony” (their words) but that, while not an intellectual (even Justin says that), he’s a…
I’m sure glad Tammy Duckworth defeated this guy
Abortion was a major issue in the recent U.S. election – usually brought up by old white guys running for the Republican party. But there was one guy, running against…
Liberal Watch
A leadership race race that’s barely two months long doesn’t give the candidates much room for error but it’s more exciting for the rest of us. Think the Academy Awards…
Comments
The amount of support I’ve received has been overwhelming, and very touching. Not everyone, however, is kind. Like this guy, Danny Sykes. Details below: “You’re a lying and ugly cunt,…
My statement on the Ornge stories
Many media outlets are reporting on a lawsuit I have launched against Ornge. I did not provide my lawsuit to anyone. I had no intention to comment on the stories…
Do as I say, not as I did
So says former Liberal Leader Michael Ignatieff.
Top 10 reasons why Obama should (and will!) be re-elected
In no particular order: He ended “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policies in America’s military. Advanced women’s rights in the workplace. Expanded access to healthcare. He appointed two pro-choice women to…
Toronto needs a mayor
Everyone’s throwing each other under the bus (so to speak) as to why two TTC buses stranded passengers so they could go and fetch Rob Ford’s football team last week.…