Say It By Its Proper Name: Genocide
Genocide is violence that targets individuals because of their membership of a group and aims at the destruction of a people. Raphael Lemkin, who first coined the term, defined genocide…
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Their Loss, Our Gain
Canada had a well-earned reputation as a safe haven for those fleeing the U.S. during the Vietnam War. It now appears that reputation is enjoying a resurgence, but for slightly…
A Headlong Rush To A Dark Past
It seems more than passing strange that here we are, in the 21st century, but all signs are that Amerika is nostalgic for earlier times, when faith in God's intervention…
UPDATED: The Enemy Within
Especially given the Trump-led attacks on our sovereignty, I find my heart is open to almost all of my fellow Canadians. Across the nation, people are banding together with a…
UPDATED: Nothing To See Here, Eh?
The Trump administration insists nothing was classified. Others beg to differ.UPDATE: To put into proper perspective something the right-wing is collectively dismissing as a tempest in a teapot, there is…
UPDATED: Plain For All To See
Even if you have a less than fanatical devotion to news and politics, it probably hasn't escaped your attention that the United States has quickly slipped into autocracy. Some might…
He Has Trump’s Number
I don't especially feel like writing today, so I hope this pithy analysis of Don Trump resonates, at least with those who are not part of the cult. Thanks to…
The Tenor Of The Times
Great thing, Amerikan values, eh?Recommend this Post
UPDATED: For Those Who Think We Have No Power
When I watched this video, I couldn't help but think about the woman I wrote about yesterday. According to her, we are such a small market that anything we do…
A Brief Observation
I was in my local LCBO yesterday buying a couple of craft beers when, waiting in line, I overheard an interesting conversation. A woman, perhaps in her thirties, was talking…
Who’s Afraid Of The Big Bad Press?
The answer is Pierre Poilievre, better known as PP on this blog.Althea Raj reports new restrictions on reporters seeking to cover the lad in the upcoming campaign.On Tuesday, Conservative national…
UPDATED: Another Reason To Avoid Travel To The U.S.
As I have been writing of late, more and more Canadians are choosing not to travel to the U.S. for holiday purposes. The American attacks on our sovereignty have rightly…
A Message For Amerika
Theo Moudakis captures Canadian pride and resoluteness here.As if to drive home the fact that we are not Amerika's vassal, Carney has made this decision:Prime Minister Mark Carney has invited…
The Dead Shall Have No Rest
Some mornings I get up and think I will take a break from writing for the day. Usually, however, something manages to stir my blood or strain all credulity. Today…
Canadian Pride, International Boycotts
As I have been writing of late, the anger Canadians are feeling towards the U.S. is deep, extensive and profound. Many, many people (and I am one of them) are…
Salesman Of The Year?
You decide.Recommend this Post
Feeling The Heat
Although it is anyone's guess as to what will ultimately happen in the tariff war we are currently embroiled in, one thing is certain: Americans are noticing as we flex…
Time To Come Home
It wasn't until Don Trump was elected the first time that I made the decision never to travel to the U.S. again, barring unforeseen, exigent circumstances. And it wasn't until…
"We Used To Be The Best Of Friends"
There is no shortage of songs in response to the aggression from our southern neighbours. This, in my view, is one of the best, by Blue Rodeo's Jim Cuddy. I…
Well, Another Post About The Lost One
I thought I was finished writing about Wayne Gretzky, but this past week on This Hour Has 22 Minutes, Mark Critch lit into him. Enjoy (or not).Recommend this Post