Guerrilla Warfare, Anyone?
Although I am now a senior, there is no doubt in my mind that should the Americans ever invade Canada (a notion unthinkable just a short time ago), I would…
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UPDATED: A Repository Of Wisdom
I read a letter to the editor the other day to the effect that policy-makers would be wise to consult the op-ed pages for inspiration. Good journals offer repositories of…
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Theocracy – The U.S. Version
For those who like to get their religion from the wholly deranged, there's Paula White, Trump's 'spiritual' adviser:Republicans Against Trumpism @rpsagainsttrump.bsky.social·8h“To say no to President Trump would be to say…
Two Things Proud Canadians Can Do
As I wrote in my previous post, there are very heartening signs of a deep resurgence in Canadian national pride. Consumer boycotts of American products, the purchasing of Canadian products…
More Heartening Signs
One of the best and most heartening things emerging from our current conflict with the United States is a very powerful resurgence of national pride. The realization of how precious…
Before You Vote
If you live in Ontario, you will know that on February 27 we have the opportunity to participate in a wholly unnecessary election. It was called by Premier Doug Ford…
UPDATED: In Light Of The Insanity From Our Southern ‘Neighbours’
.... this seems particularly apt. Thanks to my friend Gary for passing it along.And there's this:Charlie Angus@charlieangus104.bsky.socialFollowMessage to the grifter king from Canada: "We will have no parley with you,…
The Limits Of Outrage
I've been thinking a lot lately about two polarities: compassion and outrage, and have concluded the obvious - both have their limits, thanks to the profoundly troubled times in which…
Some Plausible Canadian Responses
With the unhinged one who is now leading the U.S. seemingly intent on wreaking economic havoc upon Canada, astute readers of newspapers have a panoply of suggestions as to how…
A Transparent Ploy
H/t MoudakisWell, that stalwart 'steward' of the Ontario economy has called an early election. Flush with confidence that his $200 rebates (which only cost us $3.2 billion) and his beer…
If Only
A friend sent me this. Could the cartoonist who drew this be looking at sedition charges in the future, or, at the very least, termination of the non-lethal kind?Recommend this…
An Excellent Way to Mock Our Prime Minister-In-Waiting
My friend Gary, who I have known since my university days, has a sly wit whenever he comments on politics, both domestic and foreign. He sent me an email about…
Who To Choose?
While I and many others consider the possibility of a Mark Carney-led Liberal Party, there are some obvious hurdles. While his appearance on The Daily Show, which I wrote about…
I Was Impressed
While you have probably heard of Mark Carney's appearance on The Daily Show, his performance with Jon Stewart both surprised and impressed me. He was loose, funny and, most unexpectedly,…
Content Warning
You should be advised, even belatedly, that looking upon this picture of Danielle Smith, Don Trump and the always obnoxious Kevin O' Leary can be damaging to the soul. At…
Some Refreshing Candour
Whatever you may think of Jean Chretien's political legacy, one thing to remember is that he charted his own course. That was made abundantly clear when he refused to join…
That It Should Come To This
Who would have thought, eh?H/t MoudakisAlso, I do hope Canada is planning a more robust response to the bully than is being reported thus far:Canada is looking at levying retaliatory…
The Assessments Begin
H/t MoudakisThat the days and weeks ahead will see detailed assessments of the Trudeau legacy, both good and bad, I have no doubt. I shall leave most of those to…