Monthly Archives: October 2011

Elizabeth May *nails* the Tories’ omnibus crime bill

Posted on October 20, 2011 by

I’m very glad Elizabeth May was elected to Parliament. Here is a wonderful excerpt of the Green Party leader speaking in the House on September 28, describing exactly why the Conservatives’ omnibus crime bill will be a social and economic … Continue reading →

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Canada provides refuge – in a cage

Posted on October 3, 2011 by

OTTAWA – The Peace Tower looms over Parliament Hill, chiming the hour and reminding me irresistibly of the opening bars of ACDC’s “Hell’s Bells.” I run into an affable Thomas Mulcair standing in front of Centre Block checking his Blackberry, … Continue reading →

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