The Fascination Of Politics
It always astounds me that more people are not interested in politics. Far too many dismiss it as an arcane pursuit that has no relevance in their lives, apparently confusing…
political engagement
On Encouraging Political Participation
The other day I wrote a post on John Cruickshank’s TED Talk about the low level of political participation among young citizens. His thesis was that as a society, we…
If Only We Could All Take This To Heart
Then where would the Harperites be? Recommend this Post
I Am Nobody
Something for all disheartened Canadians to keep in mind, eh? Recommend this Post
All It Takes Is One Ant
H/t Occupy Canada Recommend this Post
On Russell Brand’s Interview
I heard Brand’s interview late last week, and I’ve been stewing on it ever since. On a lot of topics, I have to say that I agree with Brand’s frustration.…
More Thoughts On Muzzled Scientists
Last week I wrote a post on David Schindler, the retired scientist who wrote about the pernicious effects of the Harper regime’s muzzling of government scientists. These letters from today’s…
A Friday Evening Thought
Words to live by from our friends at Occupy Canada: Recommend this Post
So I’ve Been Nominated –
Samara — a non-partisan group focused on involving more people into the political process — has nominated yours truly for its Everyday Political Citizen Project. As a young man of…
I Believe This With My Whole Heart
“Either you taste, feel and smell the intoxication of freedom and revolt or sink into the miasma of despair and apathy. Either you are a rebel or a slave.” -Chris…
Looking for Democracy
I am sure that like me, many despair over the state of democracy in Canada. Not only is it under continuous assault by a federal government that has repeatedly and…
The Cost of Political Disengagement
Thanks to LeDaro’s link, I was able to catch up on the At Issues panel that I missed on Thursday night. While the discussion revolved largely around the F-35 debacle,…
Gone, But Never Forgotten
Each year, George Carlin’s acerbic commentary and observations become more and more relevant. If we don’t want a repeat of what happened last time, then it’s up to us to…