The Conservative propoganda machine will be in high gear during the Olympics, talking about how good they are. Let’s talk about what they won’t talk about.
Today, Jim Flaherty disclosed that the Republicans Conservatives will not take any additional action to protect Canadians from the wave of financial distress that is covering the globe. Why are we safe? Because Canada’s financial environment is more secure than what exists in the US and elsewhere. Why are we safe? Because privately-held, but government controlled, institutions like the Canadian Deposit Insurance Company (the CDIC) […]
In the CBC interview with Peter Mansbridge on Tuesday night, Stephen Harper disclosed that the Bank of Canada would be taking action with interest rates as part of an effort to help with the international economic situation. This announcement is unprecedented. My question: should it be considered illegal and a breach of trust? Why the question? It’s of the utmost importance that at least two […]
How do we get “Anything But Conservative” when the progressive vote splits most ridings, ensuring a Harper majority? Candidate Swapping.