The morality of tyrants
I have long been intrigued at how men who inflict torture and murder on their fellow human beings can consider themselves moral leaders. History is replete with authoritarians of various…
gay rights
Africa’s anti-gay madness—the Christian connection
Uganda recently passed an anti-gay law described by United Nations human rights chief Volker Türk as “probably among the worst of its kind in the world.” Anyone engaging in gay…
Africa’s anti-gay madness—the Christian connection
Uganda recently passed an anti-gay law described by United Nations human rights chief Volker Türk as “probably among the worst of its kind in the world.” Anyone engaging in gay…
Some Teachable Moments
I originally found the following on Twitter. You will see that the first speaker is earnest and forthright in his defence of diversity, The look on some of the audience…
The Monster Andrew Scheer and the Cruelty of the Cons
As I'm sure you know, Andrew Scheer likes to call himself a Christian. A servant of the Lord come to save Canada from women who have abortions, and destroy the…
The Courage of Justin Trudeau and the Bigotry of Andrew Scheer
The Toronto Pride parade is always an amazing spectacle of joy and defiance, and yesterday's was no exception.And although the controversial Black Lives Matter-Toronto group did its best to grab…
Jason Kenney’s appeal to social conservatives targets Gay-Straight Alliances
Perhaps not completely understanding how much acrimony the Gay-Straight Alliance issue caused his party back in 2014, recently selected Progressive Conservative leader Jason Kenney brought the issue back to the…
Norwegian King Harald’s amazing speech in support of diversity, religious tolerance [VIDEO]
Last week, Norwegian King Harald V gave one of the most powerful speeches ever heard in support of racial diversity, refugees, religious tolerance and LGBT rights. The post Norwegian King…
Conservatives nominate candidate in Medicine Hat-Cardston-Warner
Glen Motz will be the Conservative Party of Canada candidate in the upcoming federal by-election in the riding of Medicine Hat-Cardston-Warner. Mr. Motz defeated five other men, including former Wildrose…
A Progressive Vision
Although I rarely attend a church service, this is the kind of vision I heartily approve of.Recommend this Post
Stephen Harper and the Hidden Story of the Anti-Gay Judge
The other day I wrote about how appalled I was to see that Stephen Harper, and his ghastly stooge Peter MacKay, had appointed an anti-gay judge. A law professor named…
Gay Rights, Abortion big issues at Conservative nomination debate in Medicine Hat
TweetThe Medicine Hat News reports that abortion and the rights of sexual minorities were the hot topics at a debate between Dan Hein and MP Jim Hillyer, the two candidates…
Vancouver Sun Letter
If anyone would like my two cents on the controversy surrounding Trinity Western University, its proposed law school, and its homophobic “Community Covenant,” please see the letters section of today’s…
The Most Powerful Advocate for Gay Rights in America – The Fortune 500
Big Business had its boot firmly on Arizona governor Jan Brewer’s leathered neck this week when she vetoed a bill that would have allowed business owners to discriminate against gays.…
The Putin Games and the Fascist Circus
Like millions of others I was dazzled by the closing of the Sochi Games, for it was a spectacular display of the best that Russia has to offer.And I was…
The Putin Olympics and the Nazi Games of 2014
Well the Opening Ceremonies of the Sochi Olympics are just hours away, and I'll probably watch them. If only to see the fascist dwarf Vladimir Putin claim them as his…
The losers of Superbowl XLVIII will be…
Religious moderates. Here’s my reasoning. After the game, someone on the winning team, exulting ecstatically, will say “God was on our side” or words to that effect. It’s as sure…
Cheer for the athletes but don’t be naive: the Olympics are about politics
TweetNational leaders covet the opportunity to host the international event and multi-national corporations invest billions of dollars in advertising to its massive world-wide audience. Competing in glorious national stadiums and…
Hayley Wickenheiser and the Truth About the Putin Olympics
I'm happy to see that Hayley Wickenheiser will be carrying the Canadian flag at the Sochi Olympics. Not just because she deserves it. But also because I'm sure if she…