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The Year That Was: Canadians Politics in 2011

Logan — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 16:23:34 +0000

What a year 2011 was. Who would have thought in January that the Conservatives would, by May, have a majority government? That the Bloc, so long a dominant force in Quebec, would be reduced to numbers not seen since the early 1990′s? That the Liberals would be reduced to third party status? That . . . → Read More: The Year That Was: Canadians Politics in 2011

Trying To Understand Politics In Quebec These Days–Part 1–Is Sovereignty Really Dead? The Potential Resurrection of Gilles Duceppe

ck — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:37:38 +0000

I had heard nothing from the federalist media, particularly from those from the right who say nothing but sovereignty is dead in la belle province. The evidence they have? Well, some polls, which I do take with a grain of salt–the usual suspects–Leger Marketing. Sadly, that is all most Quebecers have to work . . . → Read More: Trying To Understand Politics In Quebec These Days–Part 1–Is Sovereignty Really Dead? The Potential Resurrection of Gilles Duceppe

Jane Taber and Candy Hoeppner Are Now Into Fiction: Part 1– Diabolical Wedgie Games: The Politics

ck — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 19:42:15 +0000

Yes, Jane Taber is all ga ga giddy, again, for her precious Harpercons and this time it’s over her new girlfriend, Candy getchergun Hoeppner. Boys ‘n’ girls, Janie is all ga ga giddy this time because she is of the belief that Candy getcherguns Hoeppner, and she alone, is responsible for collapsing the . . . → Read More: Jane Taber and Candy Hoeppner Are Now Into Fiction: Part 1– Diabolical Wedgie Games: The Politics

And Now, Let the Leadership Race Games Begin…But Before That, Let’s View The Quebec Challenge

ck — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 16:19:53 +0000

Speculation regarding Jack Layton’s successor had already begun within days following his death. Personally, I thought it was in poor taste. Kind of predatorial, really. I mean, couldn’t we bury Jack first before getting to this new business? Anyway, it’s all now in full swing as of today and as Jean Lapierre mentioned . . . → Read More: And Now, Let the Leadership Race Games Begin…But Before That, Let’s View The Quebec Challenge

Jack Layton’s Funeral, Learning About Jack, The Family Man. A Few Words To Critics,

ck — Sun, 28 Aug 2011 20:04:28 +0000

Jack Layton’s state funeral service couldn’t have been more fitting. Different kinds of music being played, from classical to Quebecois from Martin Deschamps to pop to a gospel rendition of a 60′s Youngbloods’ classic by Julie Michel. The musical selections also represented something Jack Layton strived toward, besides social democracy; diversity. In fact, not . . . → Read More: Jack Layton’s Funeral, Learning About Jack, The Family Man. A Few Words To Critics,

Dear Jack…

Kim — Sun, 28 Aug 2011 03:44:44 +0000

I have tried three times this week to compose this letter, each time only to trail off in a cloud of tears. Here it goes.

First of all, I want to thank you for your selfless service to your country. We talked about service when I asked you about the F-35 sole sourced . . . → Read More: Dear Jack…

Chrissie Blatchford: Too Wrapped Up In Her Own Prejudices & Partisanship To Actually Work at Seeking the Truth & Real Story

ck — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 17:07:44 +0000

Indeed she is, so are others in her field today, sadly. But before I go into that. I will do a little review of the past few days of others of her friends like CJAD’s Trude the Prude and of course, Johnny Kay’s Mommy, Babs Kay. Because they are all guilty of , . . . → Read More: Chrissie Blatchford: Too Wrapped Up In Her Own Prejudices & Partisanship To Actually Work at Seeking the Truth & Real Story

The Onion comes to Canada. Sun’s Mark Bonokoski on Jack Layton.

Jymn — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 12:32:53 +0000

I’m stealing this directly from Dan Gardner. It’s too perfect to leave on the Twitter floor.

This video defines ‘blowhard’ - Mark Bonokoski in a jealous rage over the attention given to Jack Layton on his passing. These guys just can’t stand a lefty taking up media space they feel they alone deserve to occupy. It’s driving. them. insane.

P.S. . . . → Read More: The Onion comes to Canada. Sun’s Mark Bonokoski on Jack Layton.

Jonathan Kay defends Christie Blatchford’s indefensible column on Jack Layton

Jymn — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 18:21:08 +0000

Yesterday, Christie Blatchford wrote a column for the National Post full of back handed compliments to Jack Layton on the day of his death. Between the lines, however, lay a great streak of right-winged opportunism, attacking the man and his party for their beliefs and actions. Using terms like ‘vainglorious’ and ‘sophistry’, Blatchford . . . → Read More: Jonathan Kay defends Christie Blatchford’s indefensible column on Jack Layton

The right reacts to death of Jack Layton

Jymn — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 02:02:45 +0000

Stephen Taylor must be so proud.

“By the end of today’s news cycle… …there will be no part of his anatomy left unkissed… “

Small Dead Animals begins its discussion of Layton’s passing begging for civility from commenters. Commendable but the fact that it is even necessary is a sad commentary of its own.

. . . → Read More: The right reacts to death of Jack Layton

RIP Jack Layton, 1950-2011

ck — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 13:25:33 +0000

I just learned that Jack Layton passed away from cancer much too young early this morning, surrounded by his family. He certainly made history for the federal NDP and contributed a lot and still had much to contribute. He will be remembered as a leader who rose to many challenges with courage, like . . . → Read More: RIP Jack Layton, 1950-2011

Witch Hunt On Nycole Turmel Shows How Much of Canada Really Doesn’t Get The Bloc Quebecois, Forgets Certain Precedents, And Priorities Screwed

ck — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 15:42:46 +0000

I’m still on the road, in Ford Nation. I thank my co-bloggers for keeping Sister Sage’s Musings current while I’m away. I have quick access to a hotel computer, so I will be brief. The title pretty much explains how I feel about the tweets and the general reactions from the blogosphere and . . . → Read More: Witch Hunt On Nycole Turmel Shows How Much of Canada Really Doesn’t Get The Bloc Quebecois, Forgets Certain Precedents, And Priorities Screwed

Yes, BC Blue, Dean Skoreyko, Toronto Star Just Ain’t a Classy a Paper as, Say, The Toronto Sun?

ck — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 17:01:28 +0000

It’s been awhile since I’ve verbally bitch slapped a blogging supposiTory. I’m going back to it, because, well, they just lend themselves to it. BC Blue Dean Skoreyko, Come on Down! You’ve just been the next contestant of a Ck verbal bitch slapping.

We all remember BC Blue, don’t we, boys ‘n’ girls? . . . → Read More: Yes, BC Blue, Dean Skoreyko, Toronto Star Just Ain’t a Classy a Paper as, Say, The Toronto Sun?

Jack Layton Steps Down Temporarily As He Fights a New Cancer With the Same Courage He Usually Does

ck — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 18:58:03 +0000

Jack Layton made the announcement this morning alongside Olivia Chow in Toronto. As usual, Layton shows optimism by telling the media and Canadians that he will be back when parliament resumes come September 19. Let’s all hope so. Say what we will about Jack Layton. The one thing we can’t say about him . . . → Read More: Jack Layton Steps Down Temporarily As He Fights a New Cancer With the Same Courage He Usually Does

Being Oppositional, ‘Socialist’ Filibuster Drinking Games, Pandering to the Misinformed, Attempting To Debunk Some Myths

ck — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 21:11:13 +0000

Finally, I post my thoughts about the NDP filibuster of Stevie Spiteful’s draconian Back to work legislation of locked out Canada Post workers and the press coverage it has received, along with many Canadians’ attitude toward it. I’m not only concerned at Canadians’ attitudes toward Bill c-6, but also all the misinformation that . . . → Read More: Being Oppositional, ‘Socialist’ Filibuster Drinking Games, Pandering to the Misinformed, Attempting To Debunk Some Myths

Attack of Conscience or Running Away From Question Period?

ck — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 17:50:08 +0000

According to Kady O’Malley’s last tweets, it appears that Stevie Spiteful will be visiting the sites of the Richelieu Floods sites for a briefing tomorrow, suggesting that perhaps Jack may have to wait for the opportunity to ask Stevie his first question as leader of the opposition. So, if Stevie really is heading . . . → Read More: Attack of Conscience or Running Away From Question Period?

Jack Layton, Just Like the Rest of ‘em

ck — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 15:23:27 +0000

Jack Layton just finished telling Craig Oliver that he thought what young Brigitte DePape did was wrong. He basically said that while he and the rest of ‘em are striving for that all polite decorum, she was disrespectful. Like Carolynn Bennett and Dizzy Miss Lizzy, ol’ Jack basically said that while he is . . . → Read More: Jack Layton, Just Like the Rest of ‘em

By George! I Think Johnny and Jack Are Starting To Get It! Richelieu Flood Update

ck — Mon, 30 May 2011 16:06:36 +0000

Don’t look now, but some leadership is starting to happen in the Richelieu!

First, Jean Charest went down their on the week-end with some civil security people to talk to the residents and towns’ mayors and to announce plans for the area. Basically, he is to set up three teams that will help . . . → Read More: By George! I Think Johnny and Jack Are Starting To Get It! Richelieu Flood Update

Thanks For Stopping By, Petey! In Fact, Thanks For Nothing! Rant Alert

ck — Fri, 27 May 2011 02:28:31 +0000

I’m so not impressed with any of ‘em these days! Not the Harpercons, the NDP opposition, not the Charest Liberals or the Parti Quebecois and of course, the ignoramouses who decide to grace the comment boards of the CBC and the like these days. What the hell is wrong with all of you????

End of The Road: No Time To Be Lulled Into a False Sense of Security and Stevie Can Still Get His Majority

ck — Mon, 02 May 2011 02:23:32 +0000

We have no arrived at the end of the road of election 41 campaign. We have been polled, tweeted, newsed, etc. Before I go on, I would like to review all the party’s campaigns briefly.

Maybe there is something to be said for peek-a-boo campaigns? Jane Taber was certainly very complimentary of . . . → Read More: End of The Road: No Time To Be Lulled Into a False Sense of Security and Stevie Can Still Get His Majority