They Call Me “Mr. Sinister” 2012-06-04 08:08:00
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Jean Charest fails to silence the Quebec student movement,
As the talks to end the Quebec student strike broke down Thursday (thanks in large part to the Jean Charest Liberal government's inability to think in a non-partisan manner, thus…
Photos of Montreal lawyers marching against Law 78,
On Monday evening in Montreal, hundreds of lawyers donned their professional black robes and took to the streets on a silent march to protest Law 78 (also known as the…
Separated at Birth: Michelle Courchesne and Carol Burnett
Here's some lighthearted fun for the day on which talks resume between the Quebec Minister of Education, Michelle Courchesne, and Quebec student leaders.
Dear travelers to Montreal,
As the nightly demonstrations that snake their way through the city continue, often picking up thousands along the way and cheered on by onlookers from balconies, windows, and outdoor patios,…
To New York, Paris, Vancouver, and Toronto
Big orangutan kisses to all of you there for showing your support for the Quebec student movement. You have brought this ape to tears (and this rarely happens). Thank you.…
Photos of the Peaceful Protest, May 22, 2012, Montreal,
Just a few of my photos of Tuesday's protest in Montreal, the single biggest act of civil disobedience in Canadian history. Estimates of crowd numbers run from the tens of…
English language Montreal media gets it wrong, again,
If you read the first sentence of the article above about the 28th consecutive nocturnal protest in Montreal against proposed tuition hikes, it states that "Hundreds of people returned to…
Video: Montreal Police Officer Pepper-Sprays Protesters
Yet another display of shameless brutality from the City of Montreal Police Service (SPVM). This gem shows "Constable 728" pepper-spraying protesters in an obvious abuse of power. Stay classy SPVM.…
Video: Montreal Police Car Hits Protester and Drives Away
Yet another example of shameless brutality coming from the City of Montreal Police Service (SPVM). The video was apparently shot Sunday at the 27th consecutive nightly protest against the Quebec…
Video: Hello Montreal Police State,
While sitting on an outdoor patio in downtown Montreal Saturday night as the 26th consecutive protest against the Quebec Liberal government's proposed tuition hikes marched by, bar patrons were treated…
Merci, Arcade Fire,
Thank you, on behalf of the millions of international supporters of the Quebec student movement, for wearing the iconic red square or carré rouge during your appearance with The Rolling…
Video: Young woman brutalized by Montreal police,
This happened on May 19, 2012, at the 26th consecutive protest in Montreal against the Quebec Liberal government's proposed tuition hikes. With the passing of Bill 78 Friday, Premier Jean…
Please Sign the Document to Invalidate Bill 78,
On May 17, the Quebec Liberal government of Jean Charest filed Bill 78 in the National Assembly, ostensibly as an act to enable students to receive the education provided by…
Maximize Oilsands’ Wealth, Upgrade Abroad
I share Robyn Allan's concerns that when it comes to the Alberta Oilsands, debates over important policy issues often descend into "name calling." However, I would also include mischaracterizations and…
Good riddance, Line Beauchamp,
Thank you for resigning from your position as Quebec Education Minister and giving up politics Monday. Your decision makes the Quebec government just a little bit less corrupt, and, perhaps,…
Christy Clark wants more powers for BC, but give environmental assessments to the Harper feds
On the CBC's The House, BC Premier Christy Clark discussed Thomas Mulcair's views on the Northern Gateway pipeline proposal. I think she was trying subtly to link Mulcair's comments to…
Scaredy Squirrel Meets Gay Men
My comment posted on The Wingnuterer about A Squirrel Explains Gay Marriage: Scaredy Squirrel Meets Gay Men: WHAT TO DO IF TWO GAY MEN WALK BY MY TREE: ACTION PLAN:…
Could Someone Bring Down e-Commerce?
Is it possible to prevent technology from running out of control? Is it already out of control? It may be that we won't know the answers to those questions before…
Wasn’t That A Party?
As I was watching the results of the Alberta election last night, one thing kept going through my head. The Alberta political alignment is a much more honest representation of…