Return to the Ward System in #Oshawa ( #oshpoli )
In the upcoming municipal election, the city of Oshawa will have a ballot question asking voters whether the city should return to the ward system – that is, electing councillors…
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Return to the Ward System in #Oshawa ( #oshpoli )
In the upcoming municipal election, the city of Oshawa will have a ballot question asking voters whether the city should return to the ward system - that is, electing councillors…
On Twitter, Stephen Harper Doesn’t Follow Benjamin Netanyahu
Stephen Harper is Israel’s most unequivocal cheerleader. And yet, he doesn’t follow Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Twitter. The post On Twitter, Stephen Harper Doesn’t Follow Benjamin Netanyahu appeared…
On conscience-based medical exemptions
The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario is currently reviewing its Human Rights Code policy on conscience-based exemptions for medical professionals, and their effect on access to medical services.…
Jason Cherniak for the Liberal Party Nomination, Aurora-Oak Ridges-Richmond Hill ( #lpc #cdnpoli )
It's an exciting day to be a Liberal and to be a Liberal blogger. If you're at all familiar with Canadian political blogging, then you recognize Jason Cherniak's name.I've met…
Jason Cherniak for the Liberal Party Nomination, Aurora-Oak Ridges-Richmond Hill ( #lpc #cdnpoli )
It’s an exciting day to be a Liberal and to be a Liberal blogger. If you’re at all familiar with Canadian political blogging, then you recognize Jason Cherniak’s name. I’ve…
Jason Cherniak for the Liberal Party Nomination, Aurora-Oak Ridges-Richmond Hill ( #lpc #cdnpoli )
It's an exciting day to be a Liberal and to be a Liberal blogger. If you're at all familiar with Canadian political blogging, then you recognize Jason Cherniak's name.I've met…
Jason Cherniak for the Liberal Party Nomination, Aurora-Oak Ridges-Richmond Hill ( #lpc #cdnpoli )
It’s an exciting day to be a Liberal and to be a Liberal blogger. If you’re at all familiar with Canadian political blogging, then you recognize Jason Cherniak’s name. I’ve…
UN Under Attack
I’ve avoided making many blog posts on Middle East politics because they tend to descend into dogmatic shouting matches on the Internet. I also don’t know every historic, geographic, religious,…
How does one homeschool, with all the intensity that involves, and be a compassionate, informed person at the same time?
Sometimes it is really hard to keep balance. How does one balance parenting with everything else? I don’t want to undervalue my husband’s contribution to our family life – his…
Examining the BC Liberal Government’s real fiscal record
The Common Sense Canadian’s Damien Gillis discusses the BC Liberal government’s real fiscal track record with CFAX radio’s Ian Jessop in Victoria. The two contrast a history of serious cost-overruns…
Conservatives’ Crotchety Anti-Pot Attack Ads Have Reached The Point of Embarrassment
Can anyone out there follow the disjointed logic of the Harperite’s regarding marijuana? Their attempt to slam Trudeau’s plan to legalize pot for recreational purposes has backfired. Read Robyn Urbanks…
NDP Youth Reject Leaders’ Support of Israel’s Gaza Atrocities
The New Democratic Youth of Canada rejects party leaders’ uncritical support of Israel’s ongoing war crimes in Gaza, demands that Israel “be held accountable for its actions.” The post NDP…
Bolivia’s President Evo Morales Declares Israel Terrorist State
I doubt that Israel recognized the ability of the Palestinian’s to survive the onslaught as long as they have. Throughout the world revulsion at the slaughter of defenseless residents is…
Re-Elect John Henry, Mayor of #Oshawa ( #oshpoli )
It’s no surprise that I’m supporting John Henry for re-election as Mayor of Oshawa. He’s an incredible mayor. New jobs, new industries, new development, a growing economy, home to great…
Re-Elect John Henry, Mayor of #Oshawa ( #oshpoli )
It's no surprise that I'm supporting John Henry for re-election as Mayor of Oshawa. He's an incredible mayor.New jobs, new industries, new development, a growing economy, home to great retail,…
Re-Elect John Henry, Mayor of #Oshawa ( #oshpoli )
It’s no surprise that I’m supporting John Henry for re-election as Mayor of Oshawa. He’s an incredible mayor. New jobs, new industries, new development, a growing economy, home to great…
Re-Elect John Henry, Mayor of #Oshawa ( #oshpoli )
It's no surprise that I'm supporting John Henry for re-election as Mayor of Oshawa. He's an incredible mayor.New jobs, new industries, new development, a growing economy, home to great retail,…
USA to Stop Landmine Procurement and Production
Unfortunately not every country has signed the Ottawa Treaty banning anti-personal land mines. Recently the largest producer of armaments, the USA, has opted to stop production of landmines. The army…
How To Beat Ford
There can be no one left in their right mind who supports re-electing Rob Ford. I’m all for differences of political opinion. We can hold different ideas on transit, the…