where are we going and why am I in this handbasket?

Did anyone catch Harper’s and Dion’s addresses tonight?  I felt it a weak move and not just because it was Harper’s idea.  Honestly, he needs more grass-roots support and is using the wrong medium to reach his intended audience.  Harper made an ass of himself in insisting that this coalition involves a deal with the [...]

denial is no longer an acceptable response

Dear Mr. Prime Minister,
When are we going to hear similar words of commitment from you?  Are you aware of the fact that our country is host to a major portion of the world’s natural resources.  Resources which other nations are dependent upon?  Are you aware that with that comes great responsibility?  [...]

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I can’t say I blame the other 42%.
The following excerpt from this document prettily sums up how I feel in the aftermath of our federal election so that’s all I will say on the matter.
Three wolves and six goats are discussing what
to have for dinner. One courageous goat makes
an impassioned case: “We should put it [...]

gah! how could I forget Kinsella?

I think I take for granted Warren Kinsella’s presence in my internal political world.  The fact that he kind of makes me swoon like a 12 year old fangirl at a Jonas Brothers concert doesn’t help.  Dude’s in a punk band, writes books, pays close attention to people, sometimes plays a lawyer in real life…and [...]