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What an amazing level of intellectual dishonesty! What are they left with once the 'Party of One' loses 'The One'? A bunch of ideologically rigid market fundamentalist and faux-conservative sycophants. And the G&M owners think this bunch is going to magically change into a big-tent party full of red tories?? The owners must have been smoking a whole lot of 'something infinitely worse than tobacco' when they wrote this. Take away Harper and all you are left with is a bunch of reformers who have no experience governing because Harper never let them.

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What an amazing level of intellectual dishonesty ! What are they left with once the Party of One loses The One ? A bunch of ideologically rigid market fundamentalist and faux-conservative sycophants . And the G & M owners think this bunch is going to magically change into a big-tent party full of red tories ? ? The owners must have been smoking a whole lot of something infinitely worse than tobacco when they wrote this . Take away Harper and all you are left with is a bunch of reformers who have no experience governing because Harper never let them .

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Good grief, Globe, why do you give a platform to Gazebo Tone who blew $50M in his riding with no paper trail to shore up his election chances. Tony STOLE G8 funds to use for his re-election. Why anyone would listen to anything this imbecile crook says is beyond comprehension, but then those people think Trump is the second coming. The only way to 'right the conservative ship' is to leave it at the bottom of the ocean. The conservative party remains corrupt, nasty and fascistic. Rona Ambrose courts Rebel Media run by Ezra Levant. What does that tell you?

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Good grief , Globe , why do you give a platform to Gazebo Tone who blew $ 50M in his riding with no paper trail to shore up his election chances . Tony STOLE G8 funds to use for his re-election . Why anyone would listen to anything this imbecile crook says is beyond comprehension , but then those people think Trump is the second coming . The only way to right the conservative ship is to leave it at the bottom of the ocean . The conservative party remains corrupt , nasty and fascistic . Rona Ambrose courts Rebel Media run by Ezra Levant . What does that tell you ?

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One thing that both Obama and Trudeau have in common with their ultra con predecessors is their relentless war on men. Bush and Harper couldn't incarcerate, torture, degrade and dehumanize them fast enough, while Obama and Trudeau just don't give a damn. Prison, racism, violence, murder, homelessness, homophobia, mental illness, suicide, reproductive rights, workplace injuries and death, military deaths, parental bias, failing our veterans failing education, lack of empathy and compassion, degradation, dehumanization, etc., are all overwhelmingly male experiences of gender injustice in both Canada and the US. Eventually we'll have to deal with these issues or it's going to cost us dearly. As long as these men mask their egocentric self serving chivalry at the expense of other men, as being 'progressive', the more they must called called out on their hypocrisy. Despite the moniker, they are the antithesis of progressive.

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One thing that both Obama and Trudeau have in common with their ultra con predecessors is their relentless war on men . Bush and Harper couldnt incarcerate , torture , degrade and dehumanize them fast enough , while Obama and Trudeau just dont give a damn . Prison , racism , violence , murder , homelessness , homophobia , mental illness , suicide , reproductive rights , workplace injuries and death , military deaths , parental bias , failing our veterans failing education , lack of empathy and compassion , degradation , dehumanization , etc. , are all overwhelmingly male experiences of gender injustice in both Canada and the US . Eventually well have to deal with these issues or its going to cost us dearly . As long as these men mask their egocentric self serving chivalry at the expense of other men , as being progressive , the more they must called called out on their hypocrisy . Despite the moniker , they are the antithesis of progressive .

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I'm no fan of Trump the man or Trump the politician. But what an absurd rant. To paraphrase the NY Times' Nate Cohn, people in poor rural white Pennsylvanian counties who voted for Obama - twice! - voted for Trump this time, and Tabatha Southey thinks it was all about race? News flash, Tabatha: 30% of Hispanic voters voted for Trump, and his percentage of black voters, though small in absolute, was higher than Romney's.Another news flash: it's neither 'racist' nor 'xenophobic' nor whatever idiotic phrase the lib-left uses next, to insist that a country's borders be respected and its and immigration laws be followed. Americans have fought and died for their country. Nobody in the world has a right to US citizenship just because they can slip across its border undetected.

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Im no fan of Trump the man or Trump the politician . But what an absurd rant . To paraphrase the NY Times Nate Cohn , people in poor rural white Pennsylvanian counties who voted for Obama - twice ! - voted for Trump this time , and Tabatha Southey thinks it was all about race ? News flash , Tabatha : 30 % of Hispanic voters voted for Trump , and his percentage of black voters , though small in absolute , was higher than Romneys.Another news flash : its neither racist nor xenophobic nor whatever idiotic phrase the lib-left uses next , to insist that a countrys borders be respected and its and immigration laws be followed . Americans have fought and died for their country . Nobody in the world has a right to US citizenship just because they can slip across its border undetected .

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Dear Ms. Byrne, The reformed conservatives are not electable, were never electable and only got elected by a historical fluke of Canadian history (Thanks, Bloq Quebecois). You only managed to stay in power, by lying, cheating, election fraud, robocalls, and convincing everybody you were Mom and Dad's Progressive Conservatives. You need to quit, disband, form a new party with a new leader that is closer to where most Canadian Conservatives live, closer to the center and much, much nearer the truth.

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Dear Ms. Byrne , The reformed conservatives are not electable , were never electable and only got elected by a historical fluke of Canadian history ( Thanks , Bloq Quebecois ) . You only managed to stay in power , by lying , cheating , election fraud , robocalls , and convincing everybody you were Mom and Dads Progressive Conservatives . You need to quit , disband , form a new party with a new leader that is closer to where most Canadian Conservatives live , closer to the center and much , much nearer the truth .

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This board is SOOO Canadian. Ooh, wow, one of our internationally famous movie stars or singers makes a few (stunningly non-compelling) comments on matter in Canadian politics...... and most of the post writers go into ga-ga worship over the ridiculous tiny morsel tossed from that star. In seriousness, it reminds me how STUNNINGLY parochial and immature that too many of us are, in the context of the world stage. That is what this board, with the better part of a thousand (!!!) comments tells me. My hope is that one day Canadians will reach the maturity and sophistication of some of the other Western countries out there where, when a good actor or good singer makes a political comment, the populace takes the comment in measured stride. For crying out loud, multiple posts say they want to reach out and hug Sutherland. This is Beatlemania for adolescents, this is star-worshipping unhinged. Could those fellow countrymen of mine please grow up? Read his (very weak) article again: He has actually contributed very feebly and non-compellingly to the matter at hand. Use your brains, not your fame-intoxicated hearts.

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This board is SOOO Canadian . Ooh , wow , one of our internationally famous movie stars or singers makes a few ( stunningly non-compelling ) comments on matter in Canadian politics ... ... and most of the post writers go into ga-ga worship over the ridiculous tiny morsel tossed from that star . In seriousness , it reminds me how STUNNINGLY parochial and immature that too many of us are , in the context of the world stage . That is what this board , with the better part of a thousand ( ! ! ! ) comments tells me . My hope is that one day Canadians will reach the maturity and sophistication of some of the other Western countries out there where , when a good actor or good singer makes a political comment , the populace takes the comment in measured stride . For crying out loud , multiple posts say they want to reach out and hug Sutherland . This is Beatlemania for adolescents , this is star-worshipping unhinged . Could those fellow countrymen of mine please grow up ? Read his ( very weak ) article again : He has actually contributed very feebly and non-compellingly to the matter at hand . Use your brains , not your fame-intoxicated hearts .

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.Scratching Head..........Dear Canada1 - I wish we all could be as simple minded as yourself. I can't even begin to explain how wrong you are in trying to over simplify the issue.....Well, please DO 'begin to explain'.Reagan won an election with a simple statement; 'Are you better off today then you were 4 years ago'.Thus Justin Trudeau will ask the same question of Canadians in the run-up to the 2015 election, and he will ask it 1 000 000 over, and over;'Are we/Canadians better off after 9 years of a Harper regime'?Now, you can whine, you can b$tch, you can (and will) lie, you can even go for your distasteful attack ads, and it will not change a damn thing. Harper has ran Canada into the ground economically and socially, and he will pay big time politically by getting kicked out of office in 2015. It is really as simple as that. Don't you just love the 'simplicity' of it 'all'?.

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.Scratching Head ... ... ... .Dear Canada1 - I wish we all could be as simple minded as yourself . I cant even begin to explain how wrong you are in trying to over simplify the issue ... ..Well , please DO begin to explain.Reagan won an election with a simple statement ; Are you better off today then you were 4 years ago.Thus Justin Trudeau will ask the same question of Canadians in the run-up to the 2015 election , and he will ask it 1 000 000 over , and over ; Are we/Canadians better off after 9 years of a Harper regime ? Now , you can whine , you can b $ tch , you can ( and will ) lie , you can even go for your distasteful attack ads , and it will not change a damn thing . Harper has ran Canada into the ground economically and socially , and he will pay big time politically by getting kicked out of office in 2015 . It is really as simple as that . Dont you just love the simplicity of it all ? .

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A recurring point made by or on behalf of Brexiters and Trump supporters and the like is that 'elitists' drove them to the brink with their disdain and mockery. We're sick and tired of you elites thinking we're stupid. We'll show you who's stupid![fire up chainsaws, cut off own heads]Seems counterproductive to me, but what would I know? I'm one of those elitists.

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A recurring point made by or on behalf of Brexiters and Trump supporters and the like is that elitists drove them to the brink with their disdain and mockery . Were sick and tired of you elites thinking were stupid . Well show you whos stupid ! [ fire up chainsaws , cut off own heads ] Seems counterproductive to me , but what would I know ? Im one of those elitists .

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Dear rest of Canadaa party based within and biased toward the parts of the country that don't actually work for a living is a harbinger of desperate times best batten down the hatches as trudeau jr and his motley mob get set to rain an economic 'Hurricane Patricia' upon Canadas economics

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Dear rest of Canadaa party based within and biased toward the parts of the country that dont actually work for a living is a harbinger of desperate times best batten down the hatches as trudeau jr and his motley mob get set to rain an economic Hurricane Patricia upon Canadas economics

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Ha, ha ha! Was this article a joke? A thinly veiled editorial in wishful thinking for the Globe! She does not get that she and her campaign were playing checkers, and the other teams were playing chess. Canada has been held back in stasis for 10 years, and the conservative playbook was to double down like its 1950. Rely on the 'old tymey' people to get you through. How pathetic. They need to rid themselves of the current bunch and restart with an eye on pragmatism over destruction and Luddite thinking. The definition of stupidity is to keep hitting your head on the counter again and again on the mistaken belief the pain will stop -- time for surgeon to do a brain transplant on the Conservative brain trust!

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Ha , ha ha ! Was this article a joke ? A thinly veiled editorial in wishful thinking for the Globe ! She does not get that she and her campaign were playing checkers , and the other teams were playing chess . Canada has been held back in stasis for 10 years , and the conservative playbook was to double down like its 1950 . Rely on the old tymey people to get you through . How pathetic . They need to rid themselves of the current bunch and restart with an eye on pragmatism over destruction and Luddite thinking . The definition of stupidity is to keep hitting your head on the counter again and again on the mistaken belief the pain will stop -- time for surgeon to do a brain transplant on the Conservative brain trust !

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Mr. Duffy MUST know some pretty good dirt on the PM and his party. That, as a journalist, he chose to suppress it is a pure betrayal of his role and duty to Canada and our democracy. He must have done such a good job suppressing a real game changing story that the conservatives clearly feel grateful and fearful of his knowledge and actions. I can't see any other explanation for the protection and 'gifts' he receives from them in this. They clearly want him bought, paid for and happy. If they went after him, as they should, for his indiscretions he just might start remembering some stories he neglected to break as a journalist. Democracy is supposed to be policed by an independent, responsible press. One that exposes the violations of our democracy. Mike Duffy is increasingly appearing to have been a well rewarded soldier in the fight to protect one party, not Canadian democracy. He's a fraud in every sense of the word. Disgusting.

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Mr. Duffy MUST know some pretty good dirt on the PM and his party . That , as a journalist , he chose to suppress it is a pure betrayal of his role and duty to Canada and our democracy . He must have done such a good job suppressing a real game changing story that the conservatives clearly feel grateful and fearful of his knowledge and actions . I cant see any other explanation for the protection and gifts he receives from them in this . They clearly want him bought , paid for and happy . If they went after him , as they should , for his indiscretions he just might start remembering some stories he neglected to break as a journalist . Democracy is supposed to be policed by an independent , responsible press . One that exposes the violations of our democracy . Mike Duffy is increasingly appearing to have been a well rewarded soldier in the fight to protect one party , not Canadian democracy . Hes a fraud in every sense of the word . Disgusting .

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Can’t say it better than’s already been said here. Poilievre’s argument’s sophomoric (middle school sophomoric at that). This guy couldn’t run a school lunch program fairly, let alone a nation state’s democratic apparatus. Still, I’ll feel better pointing out the two most irritating lines:“Many of the government’s critics have reacted with predictable hyperbole to the Fair Elections Act. Yet the bill is common sense.”“Canadians instinctively understand that these changes are reasonable and fair. That is why they have not shared the critics’ hysteria.”There is a level of d—chb-gedness here that makes me want to gouge my eyes out with a fork. Hey Pierre, you want us to take you seriously, don’t begin defending a bill that will affect all of us (when only 25% of us voted for your government) by labelling reasoned concerns as “hyperbole”. And, these critics you label as nationless hysterics? They’re Canadians.

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Can ’ t say it better than ’ s already been said here . Poilievre ’ s argument ’ s sophomoric ( middle school sophomoric at that ) . This guy couldn ’ t run a school lunch program fairly , let alone a nation state ’ s democratic apparatus . Still , I ’ ll feel better pointing out the two most irritating lines : “ Many of the government ’ s critics have reacted with predictable hyperbole to the Fair Elections Act . Yet the bill is common sense. ” “ Canadians instinctively understand that these changes are reasonable and fair . That is why they have not shared the critics ’ hysteria. ” There is a level of d—chb-gedness here that makes me want to gouge my eyes out with a fork . Hey Pierre , you want us to take you seriously , don ’ t begin defending a bill that will affect all of us ( when only 25 % of us voted for your government ) by labelling reasoned concerns as “ hyperbole ” . And , these critics you label as nationless hysterics ? They ’ re Canadians .

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So Harper says what Assad did cannot go unpunished. Then he says Canada will not do anything....somehow Wente criticizes Obama for getting Assad to agree to turn over all his chemical weapons. How does the globe let this hypocritical, biased, plagiarist continue to publish articles....

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So Harper says what Assad did can not go unpunished . Then he says Canada will not do anything ... .somehow Wente criticizes Obama for getting Assad to agree to turn over all his chemical weapons . How does the globe let this hypocritical , biased , plagiarist continue to publish articles ... .

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This is quite possibly the silliest thing the Globe has ever done. You've basically told people to vote for a party that is squarely defined by its leader (remember 'the Harper government'?) in the hope that the party will then somehow divest itself of said leader. You also assume that somehow, somewhere, there is a secret cabal of Globe-friendly, progressive Conservatives ready, willing and able to seize back the party from the forces of darkness as soon as Mr. Harper voluntarily steps aside. This is the kind of useless pretzel logic - if you can even call it logic at all - that makes one wonder why newspapers even bother to endorse anyone at all.

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This is quite possibly the silliest thing the Globe has ever done . Youve basically told people to vote for a party that is squarely defined by its leader ( remember the Harper government ? ) in the hope that the party will then somehow divest itself of said leader . You also assume that somehow , somewhere , there is a secret cabal of Globe-friendly , progressive Conservatives ready , willing and able to seize back the party from the forces of darkness as soon as Mr. Harper voluntarily steps aside . This is the kind of useless pretzel logic - if you can even call it logic at all - that makes one wonder why newspapers even bother to endorse anyone at all .

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This is the most ridicules editorial I have ever read... This country is more than 'the economy'. It is science, it is culture, it is the CBC, it is environmental research, it is a million other things... many of which the conservative party does not believe in. This was obviously written by the old men's club, who earn a lot more than the average Canadian, and who are afraid to loose their income splitting privileges with their stay at home wives. I'm off to cancel my subscription. goodbye Globe, you blew it!

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This is the most ridicules editorial I have ever read ... This country is more than the economy . It is science , it is culture , it is the CBC , it is environmental research , it is a million other things ... many of which the conservative party does not believe in . This was obviously written by the old mens club , who earn a lot more than the average Canadian , and who are afraid to loose their income splitting privileges with their stay at home wives . Im off to cancel my subscription . goodbye Globe , you blew it !

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This kind of written editorial is exactly why people do not read the paper any more. Who exactly are you? My reading of you editorial makes me more confused than convinced. It appears to me that you do not have any understanding of the political system in this country and must be some import from A foreign land with a completely different system. One where you can separate your vote for a party from their leader. I will no longer read a paper that does not even have a basic understanding of our system as I can no longer trust your judgement as to what is important. I assume all your reports have already quit.

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This kind of written editorial is exactly why people do not read the paper any more . Who exactly are you ? My reading of you editorial makes me more confused than convinced . It appears to me that you do not have any understanding of the political system in this country and must be some import from A foreign land with a completely different system . One where you can separate your vote for a party from their leader . I will no longer read a paper that does not even have a basic understanding of our system as I can no longer trust your judgement as to what is important . I assume all your reports have already quit .

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It's sad to see so many posters here line up to side with the Arab League and non aligned nations, whose sole purpose at the UN is discredit anyone who takes a stand against their actions in the middle east. That so many of you would, in your hate for Stephen Harper and Israel, completely ignore the abhorrent human rights record, in every, repeat every, arab state is telling to a great degree. Most of you here are no doubt liberal arts majors, indoctrinated by your lefty professors that come here day after day to spout all your ridiculous ad hominems and pat yourself and others like you on the back, resplendent in this sad, sad progressive echo chamber.

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Its sad to see so many posters here line up to side with the Arab League and non aligned nations , whose sole purpose at the UN is discredit anyone who takes a stand against their actions in the middle east . That so many of you would , in your hate for Stephen Harper and Israel , completely ignore the abhorrent human rights record , in every , repeat every , arab state is telling to a great degree . Most of you here are no doubt liberal arts majors , indoctrinated by your lefty professors that come here day after day to spout all your ridiculous ad hominems and pat yourself and others like you on the back , resplendent in this sad , sad progressive echo chamber .

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I believe that while, Marois and many Quebecers say they want their own Country, what they really want is retribution against English Canada for losing the battle on the Plains of Abraham. For generations, Quebecers have been victims of 'learned anger', passed on through the generations and through their Church, and corrupt political system. They blame all their problems on English Canada. Dr. Camile Laurin was right when he said 'Quebec is a sick and perverted culture, and Quebecers, collectively need group therapy'.If separation is to be negotiated, we need a PM who will play hard ball with Marois and group; and Justin Trudeau is certainly not prepared to go that route.

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I believe that while , Marois and many Quebecers say they want their own Country , what they really want is retribution against English Canada for losing the battle on the Plains of Abraham . For generations , Quebecers have been victims of learned anger , passed on through the generations and through their Church , and corrupt political system . They blame all their problems on English Canada . Dr. Camile Laurin was right when he said Quebec is a sick and perverted culture , and Quebecers , collectively need group therapy.If separation is to be negotiated , we need a PM who will play hard ball with Marois and group ; and Justin Trudeau is certainly not prepared to go that route .

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'Comparing Mr. Trump to Hitler is lazy, distracting, inaccurate and inadequate.'Not for nothing but your entire article does just that, although to your credit you do point out at the very end of your article that he hasn't sent babies to gas chambers. From the headline to the closing sentence, this article is certainly a nominee for a journalistic disingenuous award. This should keep fans busy for a good 6 hours on the normally slow news weekend on the G&M.

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Comparing Mr. Trump to Hitler is lazy , distracting , inaccurate and inadequate.Not for nothing but your entire article does just that , although to your credit you do point out at the very end of your article that he hasnt sent babies to gas chambers . From the headline to the closing sentence , this article is certainly a nominee for a journalistic disingenuous award . This should keep fans busy for a good 6 hours on the normally slow news weekend on the G & M .

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What a crock Konrad. One of the worst pieces you've ever written. From illegal election strategies to insular communications to disastrous political appointments to rabid uncompromising crazy Conservative rank-and-file supporters, this Harper government is the most dangerous and out-of-control organization we have ever seen and richly needs to be denied power in October.

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What a crock Konrad . One of the worst pieces youve ever written . From illegal election strategies to insular communications to disastrous political appointments to rabid uncompromising crazy Conservative rank-and-file supporters , this Harper government is the most dangerous and out-of-control organization we have ever seen and richly needs to be denied power in October .

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>>A journalist’s pitch of “I Spent a Weekend With a Bunch of Hillary Supporters and It Turns Out They Love Their Children and Make a Good Blueberry Pie” was never going to be met with “Great! Give me 1,500 words.”'Wrong - there were at least three articles, from your like minded esteemed columnists, writing about heart broken women who had prepared parties - blue muffins and edible Hillary, to boot...>>I can report that we in Canada are feeling a little Austria, 1933, right now. The writer states - I know my history. Well, Apparently, you do not. >>I think I’ve read exactly as many news stories mocking college-educated millennials living in their parents’ basements who want to make more than minimum wage Would that be Finance Minister Bill Morneau?>>as I’ve read stories oozing sympathy for middle-aged white guys who dropped out of high school and who are making close to $100,000 of my Canadian dollars a year. Sure you do not mean a certain Sunshine List? We get it, you are upset, but this long article, inflated with generalizations, name calling and innuendo doesn't amount to anything more but a rant. To go back 'you histories' - it is not the voters who you get to blame, blame the media, the democrats and yourself, for the campaign of entitlement you chose to run (while ignoring history).

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> > A journalist ’ s pitch of “ I Spent a Weekend With a Bunch of Hillary Supporters and It Turns Out They Love Their Children and Make a Good Blueberry Pie ” was never going to be met with “ Great ! Give me 1,500 words. ” Wrong - there were at least three articles , from your like minded esteemed columnists , writing about heart broken women who had prepared parties - blue muffins and edible Hillary , to boot ... > > I can report that we in Canada are feeling a little Austria , 1933 , right now . The writer states - I know my history . Well , Apparently , you do not . > > I think I ’ ve read exactly as many news stories mocking college-educated millennials living in their parents ’ basements who want to make more than minimum wage Would that be Finance Minister Bill Morneau ? > > as I ’ ve read stories oozing sympathy for middle-aged white guys who dropped out of high school and who are making close to $ 100,000 of my Canadian dollars a year . Sure you do not mean a certain Sunshine List ? We get it , you are upset , but this long article , inflated with generalizations , name calling and innuendo doesnt amount to anything more but a rant . To go back you histories - it is not the voters who you get to blame , blame the media , the democrats and yourself , for the campaign of entitlement you chose to run ( while ignoring history ) .

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.'Yes, the defeat of the Conservative Party in Monday’s election certainly had something to do with the fact the outgoing Prime Minister had what is known in pollster-speak as “high negatives.” He was disliked by many, and returned the favour by sometimes acting in ways that seemed secretive, controlling and even vindictive '------What weasel words.'had something to do with the fact the outgoing Prime Minister had what is known in pollster-speak as “high negatives.” ''had SOMETHING TO DO WITH'?It had EVERYTHING TO DO WITH Harper's negatives.'He was DISLIKED BY MANY'?He was HATED BY MOST.'acting in ways that SEEMED SECRETIVE, CONTROLLING AND EVEN VINDICTIVE'?He didn't 'SEEM' controlling and vindictive, he WAS controlling and vindictive. Gawd G&M, show some ethical spine!

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.Yes , the defeat of the Conservative Party in Monday ’ s election certainly had something to do with the fact the outgoing Prime Minister had what is known in pollster-speak as “ high negatives. ” He was disliked by many , and returned the favour by sometimes acting in ways that seemed secretive , controlling and even vindictive -- -- -- What weasel words.had something to do with the fact the outgoing Prime Minister had what is known in pollster-speak as “ high negatives. ” had SOMETHING TO DO WITH ? It had EVERYTHING TO DO WITH Harpers negatives.He was DISLIKED BY MANY ? He was HATED BY MOST.acting in ways that SEEMED SECRETIVE , CONTROLLING AND EVEN VINDICTIVE ? He didnt SEEM controlling and vindictive , he WAS controlling and vindictive . Gawd G & M , show some ethical spine !

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Is Stephen Harper really the worst prime minister in Canadian history? 'History (for many reasons) is hard to judge, so, lets put it this way; Is Stephen Harper really the worst prime minister in the past 50 years? YES!Put it this way; Stanfield, Clark, Mulroney. These PC Leaders/Prime Ministers were Gentlemen/Statesmen. On the provincial landscape, Peter Lougheed, Bill Davis (and many others) were as well Statesmen and exemplified Canadian values of fair play, quite diplomacy, compromise, compassion and integrity. Harper and the far-right Tea Party Reformers would not know the meaning of the words compassion, integrity and grace if they tripped over them. These people are the lowest form of political life/reality we have seen/witnessed in Canada. Period. About time we get rid of these specimens..

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Is Stephen Harper really the worst prime minister in Canadian history ? History ( for many reasons ) is hard to judge , so , lets put it this way ; Is Stephen Harper really the worst prime minister in the past 50 years ? YES ! Put it this way ; Stanfield , Clark , Mulroney . These PC Leaders/Prime Ministers were Gentlemen/Statesmen . On the provincial landscape , Peter Lougheed , Bill Davis ( and many others ) were as well Statesmen and exemplified Canadian values of fair play , quite diplomacy , compromise , compassion and integrity . Harper and the far-right Tea Party Reformers would not know the meaning of the words compassion , integrity and grace if they tripped over them . These people are the lowest form of political life/reality we have seen/witnessed in Canada . Period . About time we get rid of these specimens..

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This is another in a series of faint hearted tut tut naughty boy go to your room editorials by the Globe and Mail, whose right wing writers just can't bring themselves to actually attack the Harper government for it's moral turpitude, in this case yet another blatant contravention of the rules of Parliament If Duffy was an honorable man he would resign, but having sold his soul to Stephen Harper for a mess of pottage it is very unlikely he will take that course. Shameful.

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This is another in a series of faint hearted tut tut naughty boy go to your room editorials by the Globe and Mail , whose right wing writers just cant bring themselves to actually attack the Harper government for its moral turpitude , in this case yet another blatant contravention of the rules of Parliament If Duffy was an honorable man he would resign , but having sold his soul to Stephen Harper for a mess of pottage it is very unlikely he will take that course . Shameful .

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Just a few years ago Margaret Wente, and the rest of the neo con gang were berating Canadians for being anti American because they along, with most of therest of the world. despised George Bush and his war in Iraq. Now the usual suspects, including Rex Murphy who has hated Obama from the get go ,feel that he is vulnerable and they can pile on with all their pent up bile. Now they would like nothing better than a little anti Americanism. But people can see that the reason the Brits and others voted down joining with the Americans in a military response in Syria is not because of any perceived weakness in Mr Obama , but because of the lies and deception of the Bush administration in their campaign for allies for the disastrous war in Iraq. The terrible cost of that war, and other Bush pandering to the right wing of his party, left the US in desperate straits financially and politically and on the brink of a full blown depression. That Obama was able to navigate the US through that storm with the Republican members of congress stonewalling his every move, is miraculous. Bush inherited a government that was flush with cash and well regarded and left one that was in ruins and widely despised for Obama. It must seem that Obama is vulnerable now as he is being swarmed by neo cons in the media, but wait; if he can take a step toward lowering the temperature of this terrible and bloody conflict and have the Syrian chemical arsenal destroyed that will be a very good outcome for Obama and the world, even if it leads to Rex Murphy' s comically apoplectic diatribe and articles such as this from a mouthpiece such as Wente.

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Just a few years ago Margaret Wente , and the rest of the neo con gang were berating Canadians for being anti American because they along , with most of therest of the world . despised George Bush and his war in Iraq . Now the usual suspects , including Rex Murphy who has hated Obama from the get go , feel that he is vulnerable and they can pile on with all their pent up bile . Now they would like nothing better than a little anti Americanism . But people can see that the reason the Brits and others voted down joining with the Americans in a military response in Syria is not because of any perceived weakness in Mr Obama , but because of the lies and deception of the Bush administration in their campaign for allies for the disastrous war in Iraq . The terrible cost of that war , and other Bush pandering to the right wing of his party , left the US in desperate straits financially and politically and on the brink of a full blown depression . That Obama was able to navigate the US through that storm with the Republican members of congress stonewalling his every move , is miraculous . Bush inherited a government that was flush with cash and well regarded and left one that was in ruins and widely despised for Obama . It must seem that Obama is vulnerable now as he is being swarmed by neo cons in the media , but wait ; if he can take a step toward lowering the temperature of this terrible and bloody conflict and have the Syrian chemical arsenal destroyed that will be a very good outcome for Obama and the world , even if it leads to Rex Murphy s comically apoplectic diatribe and articles such as this from a mouthpiece such as Wente .

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Without trying to be rude, this is possibly the stupidest electoral endorsement that has appeared in this or any other Canadian newspaper in the past 50 years. The defining feature of the Conservative Party under Harper has been that it is centered around a single individual, one Stephen Joseph Harper, along with his hand-picked advisors and confidantes, most of them unelected and serving at his whim. The Conservatives have had one of the largest AND the weakest federal cabinets in memory, and even this sickly roster was further weakened by many of its strongest members (relatively speaking) retiring from politics. This 'vote in the Conservatives but hope Harper leaves' recommendation is like serving bacon cheeseburgers to a group of observant Muslims, Jews and Hindus and saying 'Enjoy! Just eat around the cheese, bacon and/or beef.'

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Without trying to be rude , this is possibly the stupidest electoral endorsement that has appeared in this or any other Canadian newspaper in the past 50 years . The defining feature of the Conservative Party under Harper has been that it is centered around a single individual , one Stephen Joseph Harper , along with his hand-picked advisors and confidantes , most of them unelected and serving at his whim . The Conservatives have had one of the largest AND the weakest federal cabinets in memory , and even this sickly roster was further weakened by many of its strongest members ( relatively speaking ) retiring from politics . This vote in the Conservatives but hope Harper leaves recommendation is like serving bacon cheeseburgers to a group of observant Muslims , Jews and Hindus and saying Enjoy ! Just eat around the cheese , bacon and/or beef .

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I think the ads are clumsy but I don't think the comparison with the 93 ad stands up. The ads do not target Trudeau Jr's physical features or speech but his wafer thin CV and hostility to western Canada. Those are matters of public record and and it is perfectly reasonable to hold someone aspiring to the PM's office to account for their public statements and lack of qualifications. That said, if I were advising Harper I would say to ease off on the attacks. Trudeau Jr is a very weak and inexperienced candidate who can be relied upon to put his foot in his mouth on a fairly regular basis. Given his weakness, the Conservatives & NDP don't need to attack him - under the glare of a national election Trudeau Jr's ineptitude and inexperience will be more than enough to destroy his chances.

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I think the ads are clumsy but I dont think the comparison with the 93 ad stands up . The ads do not target Trudeau Jrs physical features or speech but his wafer thin CV and hostility to western Canada . Those are matters of public record and and it is perfectly reasonable to hold someone aspiring to the PMs office to account for their public statements and lack of qualifications . That said , if I were advising Harper I would say to ease off on the attacks . Trudeau Jr is a very weak and inexperienced candidate who can be relied upon to put his foot in his mouth on a fairly regular basis . Given his weakness , the Conservatives & NDP dont need to attack him - under the glare of a national election Trudeau Jrs ineptitude and inexperience will be more than enough to destroy his chances .

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Today's leader in the Globe is either deliberately misleading or, more charitably, poorly researched. Wearing the niqab is NOT mandated by Islam... just how many times does that have to be said? More tellingly women are FORBIDDEN to wear any face covering that clings to the face during the Hajj (the most sacred pilgrimage for any mus*lim). So in light of that why would some women embrace its use? Those of us who have lived and worked in the ME never saw women wearing niqabs.. most went bareheaded or wore the hijab (essentially a headscarf) and no one is quibbling about the use of the latter. What the Globe is failing to recognize is that wearing the niqab has nothing to do with being devout but everything to do with tyranny and misogyny and the sooner it is banned in Canada the better. For all those who argue that women want to wear this garment let us remind ourselves that women are complicit in the dreadful practice of female genital mutilation which is carried out by older women in the community. Brainwashing.

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Todays leader in the Globe is either deliberately misleading or , more charitably , poorly researched . Wearing the niqab is NOT mandated by Islam ... just how many times does that have to be said ? More tellingly women are FORBIDDEN to wear any face covering that clings to the face during the Hajj ( the most sacred pilgrimage for any mus*lim ) . So in light of that why would some women embrace its use ? Those of us who have lived and worked in the ME never saw women wearing niqabs.. most went bareheaded or wore the hijab ( essentially a headscarf ) and no one is quibbling about the use of the latter . What the Globe is failing to recognize is that wearing the niqab has nothing to do with being devout but everything to do with tyranny and misogyny and the sooner it is banned in Canada the better . For all those who argue that women want to wear this garment let us remind ourselves that women are complicit in the dreadful practice of female genital mutilation which is carried out by older women in the community . Brainwashing .

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First of all we never were a world leader in anything. We are a middle power at best. We were then and we are now. Secondly we all know from Adscam that Chretien is a thief and still owes taxpayers about $40M and an apology. Thirdly we also know, thanks to Wiki-Leaks, that he is also a bold faced liar. He professed then and he still continues to do so even though there is plenty of documentation to prove he is lying that he is a big hero for standing up to the US over the Iraq war but it was all a big lie. He even lacked the shame but had the nerve to do it right in the HoC. news. nationalpost.com/full-comment/jean-chretien-and-iraq-yet-more-proof-the-liberals-stood-for-nothing Lastly we also know that he is lying now because here is what the world really thinks of Canada. www.ctvnews.ca/canada/canada-ranked-as-most-admired-country-in-the-world-report-1.2470040

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First of all we never were a world leader in anything . We are a middle power at best . We were then and we are now . Secondly we all know from Adscam that Chretien is a thief and still owes taxpayers about $ 40M and an apology . Thirdly we also know , thanks to Wiki-Leaks , that he is also a bold faced liar . He professed then and he still continues to do so even though there is plenty of documentation to prove he is lying that he is a big hero for standing up to the US over the Iraq war but it was all a big lie . He even lacked the shame but had the nerve to do it right in the HoC . news . nationalpost.com/full-comment/jean-chretien-and-iraq-yet-more-proof-the-liberals-stood-for-nothing Lastly we also know that he is lying now because here is what the world really thinks of Canada . www.ctvnews.ca/canada/canada-ranked-as-most-admired-country-in-the-world-report-1.2470040

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Trudeau is lying - How does he square his pot legalization platform with that of the United Nations anti - pot stance. The United Nations has declared that any easing of current marijuana laws as an outright violation of International law even going so far as to demand that Colorado state senate scrap their most recent Amendment 64.Are you telling me that Trudeau will thumb his nose at the U.N. and legalize it anyways? Especially when you consider he's a member of the United Nations Parliamentary Association. You're being played. You're dupes. He's lying to you for your vote and you're falling for it like you did with Layton.

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Trudeau is lying - How does he square his pot legalization platform with that of the United Nations anti - pot stance . The United Nations has declared that any easing of current marijuana laws as an outright violation of International law even going so far as to demand that Colorado state senate scrap their most recent Amendment 64.Are you telling me that Trudeau will thumb his nose at the U.N. and legalize it anyways ? Especially when you consider hes a member of the United Nations Parliamentary Association . Youre being played . Youre dupes . Hes lying to you for your vote and youre falling for it like you did with Layton .

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I've read worse from Wente, despite her usual generalizations. It is true that the anti-GMO side is the progressive equivalent of climate change denial - science ignored, myths spread. That's why this sort-of progressive believes in science. Two other general points. One, for everyone bringing up Thalidomide, you're absolutely right that it was a horribly tragic failure of science. But lessons were learned and implemented from that 50-year old tragedy, and the drug approval process became more stringent. Not perfect, but better. Meanwhile, the anti-vaccine movement marches with their conspiracy theories and other nonsense on regardless of how many outbreaks sicken people. Second, I have relatives who refuse to vaccinate their kids. They're fundamentalist Christians and they quote the same nonsense. Wente enjoys writing little rants against her stereotyped 'progressives,' but in this case, ideology doesn't necessarily enter into it. Finally, I'm all in favour of pipelines. And I live within a kilometre of Line 9.

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Ive read worse from Wente , despite her usual generalizations . It is true that the anti-GMO side is the progressive equivalent of climate change denial - science ignored , myths spread . Thats why this sort-of progressive believes in science . Two other general points . One , for everyone bringing up Thalidomide , youre absolutely right that it was a horribly tragic failure of science . But lessons were learned and implemented from that 50-year old tragedy , and the drug approval process became more stringent . Not perfect , but better . Meanwhile , the anti-vaccine movement marches with their conspiracy theories and other nonsense on regardless of how many outbreaks sicken people . Second , I have relatives who refuse to vaccinate their kids . Theyre fundamentalist Christians and they quote the same nonsense . Wente enjoys writing little rants against her stereotyped progressives , but in this case , ideology doesnt necessarily enter into it . Finally , Im all in favour of pipelines . And I live within a kilometre of Line 9 .

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The fact that Trump hasn't thought out a single policy proposal doesn't change a thing with regard to comparisons to Hitler. The logical result of his hate has to be Hitler like behavior, not just Hitler like rhetoric. For example, removing 11 million people from the US will require a lot of rounding up and moving out. Unless you think Trump intends to pay for plane tickets for 11 million people, can we at least agree rail cars might be needed? How else are you going to move that many people anywhere? Ring any bells? Any historical precedents? Identifying, locating, and documenting all the members of a specific religious group? Pretty soon the goons tasked with that job are going to come back to the Boss and say it would sure help if they all wore visible ID. Even better if they can only live in pre-cleared neighborhoods.... Hear any alarm bells ringing yet? Trump is floating the idea of his own militia to suppress protesters at his meetings. I wonder what colour shirts he'll pick for their uniforms? If it talks like a fascist, and walks like a fascist....

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The fact that Trump hasnt thought out a single policy proposal doesnt change a thing with regard to comparisons to Hitler . The logical result of his hate has to be Hitler like behavior , not just Hitler like rhetoric . For example , removing 11 million people from the US will require a lot of rounding up and moving out . Unless you think Trump intends to pay for plane tickets for 11 million people , can we at least agree rail cars might be needed ? How else are you going to move that many people anywhere ? Ring any bells ? Any historical precedents ? Identifying , locating , and documenting all the members of a specific religious group ? Pretty soon the goons tasked with that job are going to come back to the Boss and say it would sure help if they all wore visible ID . Even better if they can only live in pre-cleared neighborhoods ... . Hear any alarm bells ringing yet ? Trump is floating the idea of his own militia to suppress protesters at his meetings . I wonder what colour shirts hell pick for their uniforms ? If it talks like a fascist , and walks like a fascist ... .

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Are you sure. Pathetic in the research department The only official definition of Fascism comes from Benito Mussolini, the founder of fascism, in which he outlines three principles of a fascist philosophy. 1.'Everything in the state'. The Government is supreme and the country is all-encompasing, and all within it must conform to the ruling body, often a dictator. 2.'Nothing outside the state'. The country must grow and the implied goal of any fascist nation is to rule the world, and have every human submit to the government. 3.'Nothing against the state'. Any type of questioning the government is not to be tolerated. If you do not see things our way, you are wrong. If you do not agree with the government, you cannot be allowed to live and taint the minds of the rest of the good citizens. The use of militarism was implied only as a means to accomplish one of the three above principles, mainly to keep the people and rest of the world in line. Fascist countries are known for their harmony and lack of internal strife. There are no conflicting parties or elections in fascist countries. Nazi Germany was extreme Fascism, better examples of fascist countries were Mussolini's Italy, Iraq, Iran, and many middle eastern countries.

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Are you sure . Pathetic in the research department The only official definition of Fascism comes from Benito Mussolini , the founder of fascism , in which he outlines three principles of a fascist philosophy . 1.Everything in the state . The Government is supreme and the country is all-encompasing , and all within it must conform to the ruling body , often a dictator . 2.Nothing outside the state . The country must grow and the implied goal of any fascist nation is to rule the world , and have every human submit to the government . 3.Nothing against the state . Any type of questioning the government is not to be tolerated . If you do not see things our way , you are wrong . If you do not agree with the government , you can not be allowed to live and taint the minds of the rest of the good citizens . The use of militarism was implied only as a means to accomplish one of the three above principles , mainly to keep the people and rest of the world in line . Fascist countries are known for their harmony and lack of internal strife . There are no conflicting parties or elections in fascist countries . Nazi Germany was extreme Fascism , better examples of fascist countries were Mussolinis Italy , Iraq , Iran , and many middle eastern countries .

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'''. They should routinely do exactly that when the actions of this court so require. It hasn’t happened yet. Summon up courage, please.'''Yep. The Supreme Courts do the Olympus thing because they can. The government should have shoved the notwithstanding clause up the court's nose a long time ago. The notion that most Canadians would be up in arms is ridiculous. Canadians ant reasonable government and good laws, not worship of the charter or the gods of court.

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. They should routinely do exactly that when the actions of this court so require . It hasn ’ t happened yet . Summon up courage , please.Yep . The Supreme Courts do the Olympus thing because they can . The government should have shoved the notwithstanding clause up the courts nose a long time ago . The notion that most Canadians would be up in arms is ridiculous . Canadians ant reasonable government and good laws , not worship of the charter or the gods of court .

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It's no wonder Brexit won during the referendum if the chattering classes in the UK are anything like the elitist Globe editorial board in Canada. It's truly disgusting the condensation the elites have for the 'little people' in this country and I presume the UK as well. This is not new, however, I do recall the Globe editorial board reacting in shock and surprise of the 'folly' of the little people rejecting the Globe's endorsement of the ill-fated Charlottetown Accord.

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Its no wonder Brexit won during the referendum if the chattering classes in the UK are anything like the elitist Globe editorial board in Canada . Its truly disgusting the condensation the elites have for the little people in this country and I presume the UK as well . This is not new , however , I do recall the Globe editorial board reacting in shock and surprise of the folly of the little people rejecting the Globes endorsement of the ill-fated Charlottetown Accord .

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Conservatives don't seem to get the fact that Stephen Harper became probably the most despised PM in Canadian history by virtue of his many malevolent actions. Further that it is widely acknowledged that the Conservative party is in fact in reality now the Reform party in disguise. This party has a profound negative and divisive image. Articles such as this are dellusional. It's in the wilderness, that's it new permanent home.

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Conservatives dont seem to get the fact that Stephen Harper became probably the most despised PM in Canadian history by virtue of his many malevolent actions . Further that it is widely acknowledged that the Conservative party is in fact in reality now the Reform party in disguise . This party has a profound negative and divisive image . Articles such as this are dellusional . Its in the wilderness , thats it new permanent home .

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The conservative brand is basically a Utopian cult. Utopian because they believe faithfully that you can have it all for nothing if not for the undiscovered 'waste'. Cultist because Ford supporters love ford because he spouts the toss away lines they take on faith to be truths, and has given them an enemy to blame all their woes on (govt / liberals / elitists). And any digging or fact checking of the miraculous claims merely re-enforces the cult like mindset which sees enemies / conspiracies on all sides. The hypocrisy of ford supporters is just more of the same. They simply don't believe their man did anything, and even if he did some 'minor transgressions' its been blown out of proportion by the other enemy - 'the media'. No amount of facts, truths, or criminal behaviour will shake their faith. Think north korea if you want an analogy. Brain dead and brain washed.

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The conservative brand is basically a Utopian cult . Utopian because they believe faithfully that you can have it all for nothing if not for the undiscovered waste . Cultist because Ford supporters love ford because he spouts the toss away lines they take on faith to be truths , and has given them an enemy to blame all their woes on ( govt / liberals / elitists ) . And any digging or fact checking of the miraculous claims merely re-enforces the cult like mindset which sees enemies / conspiracies on all sides . The hypocrisy of ford supporters is just more of the same . They simply dont believe their man did anything , and even if he did some minor transgressions its been blown out of proportion by the other enemy - the media . No amount of facts , truths , or criminal behaviour will shake their faith . Think north korea if you want an analogy . Brain dead and brain washed .

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Sure, Rob is the instrument of his loyalists' revenge, of their envy and resentment of the so-called elites. But that's no reason to let them off the hook -- mature, thoughtful people wouldn't vote so recklessly for such lousy reasons, for a candidate so clearly out of his depth. They complain that the rest of us think they're stupid, yet even now they cling to him. Which is stupid, yes.

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Sure , Rob is the instrument of his loyalists revenge , of their envy and resentment of the so-called elites . But thats no reason to let them off the hook -- mature , thoughtful people wouldnt vote so recklessly for such lousy reasons , for a candidate so clearly out of his depth . They complain that the rest of us think theyre stupid , yet even now they cling to him . Which is stupid , yes .

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This polarization is so disturbing. The USA is looked to as a model for the world. People need to take a deep breath and really think about the world they want to live in and the health of this planet itself. A one term Clinton presidency seems to be the safest choice considering the evil and negative rhetoric Trumps messages have invoked. When neighbors cannot discuss politics in a civilized and constructive manner the people who live in that country need to deeply think of the ramifications

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This polarization is so disturbing . The USA is looked to as a model for the world . People need to take a deep breath and really think about the world they want to live in and the health of this planet itself . A one term Clinton presidency seems to be the safest choice considering the evil and negative rhetoric Trumps messages have invoked . When neighbors can not discuss politics in a civilized and constructive manner the people who live in that country need to deeply think of the ramifications

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The fact that the Trump phenomenon arose should tell the world, that 'Something is rotten in the state of Denmark' i.e. the US. Millions of Americans lean towards Trump to escape from the unsavoury status quo that Hillary Clinton represents. The US can't ignore the lack of trust toward Clinton. If she becomes the next president, she'd better clean up her act and stop thinking/behaving like a white collar criminal.

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The fact that the Trump phenomenon arose should tell the world , that Something is rotten in the state of Denmark i.e . the US . Millions of Americans lean towards Trump to escape from the unsavoury status quo that Hillary Clinton represents . The US cant ignore the lack of trust toward Clinton . If she becomes the next president , shed better clean up her act and stop thinking/behaving like a white collar criminal .

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We are watching the collapse of the socialist paradise in Europe. They have ignored reality and now are suffering the consequences of ignoring reality. Women who have the most to lose in this mass migration of the worst immigrants possible, are the first in the line up to welcome them. So .... perhaps some of these women are getting a good lesson in naïveté. I certainly hope the fools who run Canada at present do not do to Canadian women what Europe is doing to it's women.

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We are watching the collapse of the socialist paradise in Europe . They have ignored reality and now are suffering the consequences of ignoring reality . Women who have the most to lose in this mass migration of the worst immigrants possible , are the first in the line up to welcome them . So ... . perhaps some of these women are getting a good lesson in naïveté . I certainly hope the fools who run Canada at present do not do to Canadian women what Europe is doing to its women .

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Hard to fathom this piece. Essentially, Mr. Harper is not a democrat. He really doesn't believe in democracy. He plays only to his base with the politics of fear and divisiveness. He could care less about those outside of his base. The worst myth about him is that he has managed the economy well. He blew the inherited surplus before the economic crisis hit and it was our stable banking system that got us through the crisis, not anything he did. He took the word 'progressive' out of his party's name. He should have replaced it with 'regressive.' Sadly, true conservatives have let their party be taken over by a bunch of reactionary ideologues from the Reform party. I'm a senior citizen and he's the worst PM of my lifetime. His legacy will be an absolutely empty one and history will not treat him well.

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Hard to fathom this piece . Essentially , Mr. Harper is not a democrat . He really doesnt believe in democracy . He plays only to his base with the politics of fear and divisiveness . He could care less about those outside of his base . The worst myth about him is that he has managed the economy well . He blew the inherited surplus before the economic crisis hit and it was our stable banking system that got us through the crisis , not anything he did . He took the word progressive out of his partys name . He should have replaced it with regressive . Sadly , true conservatives have let their party be taken over by a bunch of reactionary ideologues from the Reform party . Im a senior citizen and hes the worst PM of my lifetime . His legacy will be an absolutely empty one and history will not treat him well .

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Just read the first few (highest score order) comments and replies. Jeeesh. It is not about whether Obama is a 98-poung weakling or if Dubya was an unthinking bull in a china-shop. Stop fighting the last ideological war. No one cares. (True, Ms Wente started that one)If the US is to be respected as a power in the world it has to say what it means, and mean what it says. Obama and Kerry have failed here miserably, and Ms Wente's column (and dozens of other pundits) have pointed this out. There are consequences to making loud noises about Syria, in which the US appears to have neither a national interest nor a horse in the race, and then backing-down in the most ignominious way. Iran is watching, and after many years of US pressure they have to be taking notes on how easy it may be to hoodwink Obama and Kerry. The world now needs to worry that if Iran gets aggressive, Obama and Kerry may believe they will have to over-react to anything Iran may do in a desperate effort to regain some sort of credibility. We can hope they keep a sock in it but that presumes they learn from this. That is one possible consequence of not thinking before you open your mouth, and Obama and Kerry are acting like teenagers in this regard. The Russians and Chinese are laughing, the Iranians and North-Koreans are intrigued, and the rest of the west is embarrassed. Pray (hard) for some adult supervision in Washington. As an aside, Hilary keeps looking better..

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Just read the first few ( highest score order ) comments and replies . Jeeesh . It is not about whether Obama is a 98-poung weakling or if Dubya was an unthinking bull in a china-shop . Stop fighting the last ideological war . No one cares . ( True , Ms Wente started that one ) If the US is to be respected as a power in the world it has to say what it means , and mean what it says . Obama and Kerry have failed here miserably , and Ms Wentes column ( and dozens of other pundits ) have pointed this out . There are consequences to making loud noises about Syria , in which the US appears to have neither a national interest nor a horse in the race , and then backing-down in the most ignominious way . Iran is watching , and after many years of US pressure they have to be taking notes on how easy it may be to hoodwink Obama and Kerry . The world now needs to worry that if Iran gets aggressive , Obama and Kerry may believe they will have to over-react to anything Iran may do in a desperate effort to regain some sort of credibility . We can hope they keep a sock in it but that presumes they learn from this . That is one possible consequence of not thinking before you open your mouth , and Obama and Kerry are acting like teenagers in this regard . The Russians and Chinese are laughing , the Iranians and North-Koreans are intrigued , and the rest of the west is embarrassed . Pray ( hard ) for some adult supervision in Washington . As an aside , Hilary keeps looking better..

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Almost looks to me like the writer would like the US to go over to Syria and blow it back into the stone age. But what would that prove? An agreement has been made and as the news tells us this week that Syria has many many tons of the stuff and it will take a year for all of it to be corralled. Putin is a braggart, Obama is not, nor is the man running the team USA. He knows about useless war as he spent time in the Delta getting shot at

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Almost looks to me like the writer would like the US to go over to Syria and blow it back into the stone age . But what would that prove ? An agreement has been made and as the news tells us this week that Syria has many many tons of the stuff and it will take a year for all of it to be corralled . Putin is a braggart , Obama is not , nor is the man running the team USA . He knows about useless war as he spent time in the Delta getting shot at

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'Like most everybody else, I’m confused as hell over Syria.' Then why don't you shut up? All of the talk about Putin, Assad, Obama being played, losing credibility, saving face is IMHO quite simply only media talk. Why is there no one out there to say we don't care how war is avoided, how the killings are stopped, who gets credit for what and avoids humiliation ... all we care is that the world works together to reduce and avoid military killings by whoever is pushing the button. Media ... would you please shut up and allow this slim glimmer of hope for a peaceful solution to work without interjecting national prestige and leadership ego trauma issues into an already extremely difficult dialogue.

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Like most everybody else , I ’ m confused as hell over Syria . Then why dont you shut up ? All of the talk about Putin , Assad , Obama being played , losing credibility , saving face is IMHO quite simply only media talk . Why is there no one out there to say we dont care how war is avoided , how the killings are stopped , who gets credit for what and avoids humiliation ... all we care is that the world works together to reduce and avoid military killings by whoever is pushing the button . Media ... would you please shut up and allow this slim glimmer of hope for a peaceful solution to work without interjecting national prestige and leadership ego trauma issues into an already extremely difficult dialogue .

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The Globe got it all wrong and this editorial is on the wrong side. Banning is the niqab everywhere in Canada is the right thing to do to protect women from further abuse. It has nothing to do with freedom of religion. The Niqab is about the oppression of women, period. Women are not slaves and should be encouraged to have their equal place in society. We are getting sick of allowing the abuse of women under the banners of religion freedom. Women are indoctrinated and forced to wear the niqab. the niqab is inhuman.

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The Globe got it all wrong and this editorial is on the wrong side . Banning is the niqab everywhere in Canada is the right thing to do to protect women from further abuse . It has nothing to do with freedom of religion . The Niqab is about the oppression of women , period . Women are not slaves and should be encouraged to have their equal place in society . We are getting sick of allowing the abuse of women under the banners of religion freedom . Women are indoctrinated and forced to wear the niqab . the niqab is inhuman .

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I believe the people upset by Mr Flanagan's remarks, myself included, were angry because he seemed to be saying that ppl who view child should not be imprisoned because nobody is hurt by looking at pictures. He apparently er that the children being raped and abused in those pictures are indeed being hurt. Also he spontaneously, and rather oddly, mentioned that he been on the mailing list for NAMBLA for a couple of years, an organisation whose raison d'etre is paedophilia. Your argument is based on fscts not presented: no one is suggesting that Mr Flanagan was saying that viewing child porn makes people run out and rape children He was suggesting it is a victimless, which it definitely is not.

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I believe the people upset by Mr Flanagans remarks , myself included , were angry because he seemed to be saying that ppl who view child should not be imprisoned because nobody is hurt by looking at pictures . He apparently er that the children being raped and abused in those pictures are indeed being hurt . Also he spontaneously , and rather oddly , mentioned that he been on the mailing list for NAMBLA for a couple of years , an organisation whose raison detre is paedophilia . Your argument is based on fscts not presented : no one is suggesting that Mr Flanagan was saying that viewing child porn makes people run out and rape children He was suggesting it is a victimless , which it definitely is not .

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Weird column. Mr. French never once mentions what Mr. Flanagan actually said, but instead, and probably purposely, argues on a higher plain of freedom of speech and morality and a rush to judgement. He almost certainly would not argue that what Mr. Flanagan said was acceptable; he would lose the debate. Child pornography is seen as abhorrent. It is certainly not a victimless crime, as Mr. Flanagan stated. At least Mr. Flanagan has taken responsibility for what he said and apologized. I would think he would find the knee-jerk defense offered by his colleagues, such as Mr. French, to be ludicrous and nasty.

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Weird column . Mr. French never once mentions what Mr. Flanagan actually said , but instead , and probably purposely , argues on a higher plain of freedom of speech and morality and a rush to judgement . He almost certainly would not argue that what Mr. Flanagan said was acceptable ; he would lose the debate . Child pornography is seen as abhorrent . It is certainly not a victimless crime , as Mr. Flanagan stated . At least Mr. Flanagan has taken responsibility for what he said and apologized . I would think he would find the knee-jerk defense offered by his colleagues , such as Mr. French , to be ludicrous and nasty .

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A vote for Prentice is a vote saying that all of the PC Party's wrongdoings and squandering of tax dollars for their own purposes of the last few years are acceptable. There is no punishment, no deterrant. That is what the G&M is endorsing. They're saying 'scandals are okay so long as you change figureheads first.'

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A vote for Prentice is a vote saying that all of the PC Partys wrongdoings and squandering of tax dollars for their own purposes of the last few years are acceptable . There is no punishment , no deterrant . That is what the G & M is endorsing . Theyre saying scandals are okay so long as you change figureheads first .

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Alberta Voters to Globe and Mail Editors: Mind your own God-Dam-n-ed Business... Stick to meddling in Ontario and Federal politics. Globe and Mail has nothing more than token representation in Alberta, so your opinions are thin gruel. Sometimes change is good, and Rachel Notley deserve a term in office... Let's see what the NDP can do in Alberta.

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Alberta Voters to Globe and Mail Editors : Mind your own God-Dam-n-ed Business ... Stick to meddling in Ontario and Federal politics . Globe and Mail has nothing more than token representation in Alberta , so your opinions are thin gruel . Sometimes change is good , and Rachel Notley deserve a term in office ... Lets see what the NDP can do in Alberta .

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What revolting drivel. It manages to be both pathetic and condescending at the same time. Perhaps the G&M editorial board should re-acquaint itself with the fundamentals of democracy because 'we think it's best for you to hold your noses and vote for the ossified, arrogant and corrupt petro-powered crony capitalist party' really isn't making it. Governments are meant to change and newly minted aspiring civil servants on the legislative side are able to rely on a professional public service and a bureaucracy for continuity and policy and law-making expertise. Seize the day Alberta and show the way.

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What revolting drivel . It manages to be both pathetic and condescending at the same time . Perhaps the G & M editorial board should re-acquaint itself with the fundamentals of democracy because we think its best for you to hold your noses and vote for the ossified , arrogant and corrupt petro-powered crony capitalist party really isnt making it . Governments are meant to change and newly minted aspiring civil servants on the legislative side are able to rely on a professional public service and a bureaucracy for continuity and policy and law-making expertise . Seize the day Alberta and show the way .

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Neither Harper or the Tories deserve another mandate!! These are not the 'Tories' I was raised to support and supported years ago. Harper cannot be trusted to give up power. What on earth suggests he would? Do you honestly believe that Prime Minister Calandra, Fantino, or Poilievre wouldn't continue to same pattern of nonsense, lack of compassion or outright disdain? If Trudeau isn't ready to lead, what suggests that anyone in the CPC has demonstrated they had the fortitude and morals to stand up to Harper ... for 10 years. None. How many senior CPC's are going to gleefully sit ringside at the Ford circus this weekend? Take back our country Canada!

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Neither Harper or the Tories deserve another mandate ! ! These are not the Tories I was raised to support and supported years ago . Harper can not be trusted to give up power . What on earth suggests he would ? Do you honestly believe that Prime Minister Calandra , Fantino , or Poilievre wouldnt continue to same pattern of nonsense , lack of compassion or outright disdain ? If Trudeau isnt ready to lead , what suggests that anyone in the CPC has demonstrated they had the fortitude and morals to stand up to Harper ... for 10 years . None . How many senior CPCs are going to gleefully sit ringside at the Ford circus this weekend ? Take back our country Canada !

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Someone must have put something very strange into the water cooler in the Globe & Mail's editorial quarters. I can't think of any other explanation for what has to be the most bizarre editorial endorsement in the paper's history, if not in the history of all Canadian media outlets. Normally we look to editorials as a source of clear thinking about difficult issues. But the G&M has produced a muddle-headed, reality-denying mess. The opening graph says that elections are about making often imperfect choices, but that nevertheless voters must choose. OK. But after much twisting and turning, G&M then endorses a choice that doesn't exist! What the hell? The writers admit that 'Canada needs a change.' They gamely argue that if the election had been fought solely on economic issues, the Conservatives would have won easily. And they even admit that it was the Conservatives' decision to run instead on issues that the country rightly perceived as divisive. If Harper were a divisive figure WITHIN the Conservative Party, then it might be possible to argue that the voters should be able to make a distinction between Harper and his party. But in its editorial, the G&M does not cite an iota of evidence of any dissatisfaction within the Conservative Party. Only in G&M fantasy land can one vote for Conservatives without also voting to continue Harper in office as prime minister. Yet it is exactly peoples' unhappiness with the non-economic behavior of the Conservatives that threatens the party's hold on power. The list is very log: Bill C-51, and the associated assaults on civil rights; the 'book burning' of scientific libraries; the muzzling of environmental scientists; the refusal to deal with the murders of First Nation's women; the desperate descent into racism with the niqab, and on and on.The G&M editorial is an insult to the paper's long record of commitment to a broader view of the health of the nation than economic indicators. The editorial shows a stunning lack of understanding of the voters whom the paper purports to inform. If I were the owner of the paper, I would fire everyone involved in producing this shameful embarrassment.

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Someone must have put something very strange into the water cooler in the Globe & Mails editorial quarters . I cant think of any other explanation for what has to be the most bizarre editorial endorsement in the papers history , if not in the history of all Canadian media outlets . Normally we look to editorials as a source of clear thinking about difficult issues . But the G & M has produced a muddle-headed , reality-denying mess . The opening graph says that elections are about making often imperfect choices , but that nevertheless voters must choose . OK . But after much twisting and turning , G & M then endorses a choice that doesnt exist ! What the hell ? The writers admit that Canada needs a change . They gamely argue that if the election had been fought solely on economic issues , the Conservatives would have won easily . And they even admit that it was the Conservatives decision to run instead on issues that the country rightly perceived as divisive . If Harper were a divisive figure WITHIN the Conservative Party , then it might be possible to argue that the voters should be able to make a distinction between Harper and his party . But in its editorial , the G & M does not cite an iota of evidence of any dissatisfaction within the Conservative Party . Only in G & M fantasy land can one vote for Conservatives without also voting to continue Harper in office as prime minister . Yet it is exactly peoples unhappiness with the non-economic behavior of the Conservatives that threatens the partys hold on power . The list is very log : Bill C-51 , and the associated assaults on civil rights ; the book burning of scientific libraries ; the muzzling of environmental scientists ; the refusal to deal with the murders of First Nations women ; the desperate descent into racism with the niqab , and on and on.The G & M editorial is an insult to the papers long record of commitment to a broader view of the health of the nation than economic indicators . The editorial shows a stunning lack of understanding of the voters whom the paper purports to inform . If I were the owner of the paper , I would fire everyone involved in producing this shameful embarrassment .

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This has to be one of the most convoluted, contradictory pieces of opinion in a very long time. I confess, I have been waiting with bated breath to see what stance the Globe would take on this election, hoping against hope 'the subject who is truly loyal to the chief magistrate would neither advise nor submit to arbitrary measures.' In other words, I hoped the Globe would have the guts to step up and say 'throw the rascals out!' But I never suspected our national newspaper would engage in such a ridiculous exercise in self-pretzeling as it has here. Several voices have already pointed out the absurdity of re-electing the problem with the assumption it would then resign. Do you really think, should he in fact win on Monday, that your stern words for Steve will be enough to make him slink out the back door on Tuesday? You also seem to have overlooked the problem of who would then fill his jackboots. Jason Kenny? Pierre Poilièvre? Laureen? Despite your efforts to worm your way around the problem, you are clearly suggesting that we bring back a PM who has devolved into a dictator, liar, suppressor of truth, manipulator, dredger of slimy-bottom, racially driven emotional responses to non-issues, among other attributes. Of course, cavorting with the reviled Fords gives us confidence that he is actually a noble man. Also, to suggest that this guy has given us “sound financial stewardship” is laughable. Are you referring to his ditching of the surplus inherited from the Liberals? To the steady string of deficits he has rung up? The huge waste of money on non-existent fighter jets? On jeopardising of the entire Canadian economy by putting all our eggs in the slippery oil basket while stiffing our manufacturing base? Any of these and many others would serve as arguments to deflate the knee-jerk response that “Conservatives make good money managers” but, as you rightly point out, this is not even the Conservative Party, this is the Harper Conservative Party. At some point we have to stand up to the Chief Magistrate and say: THIS IS YOUR DOING. In this case, I think we also have to admit that both the baby and his very dirty bathwater have to go. Then the tub needs to be scrubbed. The Liberals had to go through a long rebuild after their fiascos; the same now holds true for the Tories. You are absolutely right that Progressive has to be put back into the Conservative brand but that will never happen when the Chief Regressor still wears the crown. Judging from the flood of comments your editorial has generated, I know I am not alone in thinking this way. Moreover, as many of your opinion writers are top-drawer and clearly on a different page (pun intended), I now have to wonder how some of them can bear going to the office, knowing they are working for moral and intellectual quicksand. And it will be a shame for their voices to go unheard because ultimately, I fear this slithering on the Globe’s part will cost you dearly in subscriptions. Beginning with mine.

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This has to be one of the most convoluted , contradictory pieces of opinion in a very long time . I confess , I have been waiting with bated breath to see what stance the Globe would take on this election , hoping against hope the subject who is truly loyal to the chief magistrate would neither advise nor submit to arbitrary measures . In other words , I hoped the Globe would have the guts to step up and say throw the rascals out ! But I never suspected our national newspaper would engage in such a ridiculous exercise in self-pretzeling as it has here . Several voices have already pointed out the absurdity of re-electing the problem with the assumption it would then resign . Do you really think , should he in fact win on Monday , that your stern words for Steve will be enough to make him slink out the back door on Tuesday ? You also seem to have overlooked the problem of who would then fill his jackboots . Jason Kenny ? Pierre Poilièvre ? Laureen ? Despite your efforts to worm your way around the problem , you are clearly suggesting that we bring back a PM who has devolved into a dictator , liar , suppressor of truth , manipulator , dredger of slimy-bottom , racially driven emotional responses to non-issues , among other attributes . Of course , cavorting with the reviled Fords gives us confidence that he is actually a noble man . Also , to suggest that this guy has given us “ sound financial stewardship ” is laughable . Are you referring to his ditching of the surplus inherited from the Liberals ? To the steady string of deficits he has rung up ? The huge waste of money on non-existent fighter jets ? On jeopardising of the entire Canadian economy by putting all our eggs in the slippery oil basket while stiffing our manufacturing base ? Any of these and many others would serve as arguments to deflate the knee-jerk response that “ Conservatives make good money managers ” but , as you rightly point out , this is not even the Conservative Party , this is the Harper Conservative Party . At some point we have to stand up to the Chief Magistrate and say : THIS IS YOUR DOING . In this case , I think we also have to admit that both the baby and his very dirty bathwater have to go . Then the tub needs to be scrubbed . The Liberals had to go through a long rebuild after their fiascos ; the same now holds true for the Tories . You are absolutely right that Progressive has to be put back into the Conservative brand but that will never happen when the Chief Regressor still wears the crown . Judging from the flood of comments your editorial has generated , I know I am not alone in thinking this way . Moreover , as many of your opinion writers are top-drawer and clearly on a different page ( pun intended ) , I now have to wonder how some of them can bear going to the office , knowing they are working for moral and intellectual quicksand . And it will be a shame for their voices to go unheard because ultimately , I fear this slithering on the Globe ’ s part will cost you dearly in subscriptions . Beginning with mine .

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Globe is won over by the foxes grin? I come from a farming background and no smart farmer would have a fox oversee the chicken house. Even if a couple of chicken hawks (minority govt.) were allowed to fly over the chicken house to watch the fox. Yes we don't have much to choose from but, even as a fiscal conservative, I cannot support a party that premises its policy on proven lies and slogans. The Globe has it wrong again!

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Globe is won over by the foxes grin ? I come from a farming background and no smart farmer would have a fox oversee the chicken house . Even if a couple of chicken hawks ( minority govt . ) were allowed to fly over the chicken house to watch the fox . Yes we dont have much to choose from but , even as a fiscal conservative , I can not support a party that premises its policy on proven lies and slogans . The Globe has it wrong again !

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Latest polls clearly indicate, that the traditional NDP voters will be casting a strategic vote to keep the regressive Hudak party in the opposition. Will the next federal vote follow the same pattern? Probably will. The political end is near for Harper and his miserable crew.

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Latest polls clearly indicate , that the traditional NDP voters will be casting a strategic vote to keep the regressive Hudak party in the opposition . Will the next federal vote follow the same pattern ? Probably will . The political end is near for Harper and his miserable crew .

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Wow....what a piece from Ms Wente....approved for release by the same editors that endorsed the Conservatives during the last election. Saying that people want to keep the FPTP system because it produces stable majorities....talk about condescending towards the people of Canada. The whole article pretty much dismissed the people of Canada as being too dumb to understand what is going on. I found this incredibly offensive. The effect of social media during the last few years has not been truly understood. That is why the Cons lost the last election and that is why there is broad social change erupting slowly across the world. The Canadian population is not as dumb as the ruling class seem to believe. Electoral reform is coming. Maintaining the traditional status quo for elections in Canada is slowly becoming quite distasteful to so many people. It is all part of being progressive. Give Canadians credit... they deserve better.

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Wow ... .what a piece from Ms Wente ... .approved for release by the same editors that endorsed the Conservatives during the last election . Saying that people want to keep the FPTP system because it produces stable majorities ... .talk about condescending towards the people of Canada . The whole article pretty much dismissed the people of Canada as being too dumb to understand what is going on . I found this incredibly offensive . The effect of social media during the last few years has not been truly understood . That is why the Cons lost the last election and that is why there is broad social change erupting slowly across the world . The Canadian population is not as dumb as the ruling class seem to believe . Electoral reform is coming . Maintaining the traditional status quo for elections in Canada is slowly becoming quite distasteful to so many people . It is all part of being progressive . Give Canadians credit ... they deserve better .

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Regulate Cannabis like Alcohol for adult consumption. Take the sick and dying off the drug war battlefield and stop politicians from using our teens as target practice for criminal records and save us all huge taxes for enforcement of this dumb outdated racist law! JT you got my vote! The Conservatives are gonna look ignorant on this subject -as does Margaret Wente.

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Regulate Cannabis like Alcohol for adult consumption . Take the sick and dying off the drug war battlefield and stop politicians from using our teens as target practice for criminal records and save us all huge taxes for enforcement of this dumb outdated racist law ! JT you got my vote ! The Conservatives are gon na look ignorant on this subject -as does Margaret Wente .

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As is (too) often the case, MW throws everything but the kitchen sink into her 'argument'. The result is garbled: on OGMs she has a point, though even there, it is hardly only progressives who (sometimes) are opposed; on vaccines she's only very partly right (*all* the reflexive anti-government types oppose this, while only a minority of progressives do); on oil, especially tar sands oil into pipelines, she misses the point entirely, and so on. Has atmospheric pollution caused by fossil fuels not killed anyone, Margaret?

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As is ( too ) often the case , MW throws everything but the kitchen sink into her argument . The result is garbled : on OGMs she has a point , though even there , it is hardly only progressives who ( sometimes ) are opposed ; on vaccines shes only very partly right ( *all* the reflexive anti-government types oppose this , while only a minority of progressives do ) ; on oil , especially tar sands oil into pipelines , she misses the point entirely , and so on . Has atmospheric pollution caused by fossil fuels not killed anyone , Margaret ?

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There are legitimate questions about this proposal -- worthwhile when from concerned and objective and informed people, not when from the usual knuckle-draggers on the right whose answer to every environmental and social crisis is always: 'Do nothing, make no effort, just keep shopping till you drop (and you will).'

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There are legitimate questions about this proposal -- worthwhile when from concerned and objective and informed people , not when from the usual knuckle-draggers on the right whose answer to every environmental and social crisis is always : Do nothing , make no effort , just keep shopping till you drop ( and you will ) .

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Get over it Sarah! Hillary is no Mother Teresa. Anything that Trump did has been matched or exceeded by Hillary and Bill. After 40-years in politics, what meaningful things has Hillary achieved, or even championed, other than her own aggrandizement and wealth. As a defence lawyer she portrayed a 12-year old girl as a seducer of the man who repeatedly beat and raped her. As Bill's wife she has been involved in the S&L fiasco. As Secretary of State she destroyed two Middle East countries who posed no danger to the U.S.A. - Libya is now dominated by an ISIS faction and Egypt is now pro-Russia.As Secretary of State she left her diplomats hung out to dry in Benghazi when she refused them security to protect themselves. For sure, neither Trump nor Clinton have the track record, personal qualifications or personal character to be President, but Trump is definitely the lessor of the two evils.

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Get over it Sarah ! Hillary is no Mother Teresa . Anything that Trump did has been matched or exceeded by Hillary and Bill . After 40-years in politics , what meaningful things has Hillary achieved , or even championed , other than her own aggrandizement and wealth . As a defence lawyer she portrayed a 12-year old girl as a seducer of the man who repeatedly beat and raped her . As Bills wife she has been involved in the S & L fiasco . As Secretary of State she destroyed two Middle East countries who posed no danger to the U.S.A. - Libya is now dominated by an ISIS faction and Egypt is now pro-Russia.As Secretary of State she left her diplomats hung out to dry in Benghazi when she refused them security to protect themselves . For sure , neither Trump nor Clinton have the track record , personal qualifications or personal character to be President , but Trump is definitely the lessor of the two evils .

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The comment section for this article so far is hilarious - full of perfect examples of the hysteria Yakabuski is writing about. The Liberal and NDP long ago descended into a sort of 'boogy-man' politics that belies their noble self-image, and kudos to Yakabuski for pointing this out. The bottom line for this voter is that Trudeau is only the Liberal candidate because of his last name and is no way qualified to run our country, and the NDP is the repository of all of the goofball ideas generated by the army of academics who live in a bubble. The best example is proportional representation, which would give the tiniest fringe parties the swing vote and condemn Canada to political gridlock. The amount of money involved in the Duffy scandal is a fraction of the money the NDP improperly distributed to their constituency offices, and the 'scandal' involved a scheme to pay money BACK TO THE TAXPAYERS! But it is remarkable how much mileage the Liberals and NDP have gotten out of their 'chicken little' fear tactics. The fact that the Liberals would even run an empty cereal box like Trudeau shows us how dumb they think we are.

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The comment section for this article so far is hilarious - full of perfect examples of the hysteria Yakabuski is writing about . The Liberal and NDP long ago descended into a sort of boogy-man politics that belies their noble self-image , and kudos to Yakabuski for pointing this out . The bottom line for this voter is that Trudeau is only the Liberal candidate because of his last name and is no way qualified to run our country , and the NDP is the repository of all of the goofball ideas generated by the army of academics who live in a bubble . The best example is proportional representation , which would give the tiniest fringe parties the swing vote and condemn Canada to political gridlock . The amount of money involved in the Duffy scandal is a fraction of the money the NDP improperly distributed to their constituency offices , and the scandal involved a scheme to pay money BACK TO THE TAXPAYERS ! But it is remarkable how much mileage the Liberals and NDP have gotten out of their chicken little fear tactics . The fact that the Liberals would even run an empty cereal box like Trudeau shows us how dumb they think we are .

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Yes... the Prime Minister of Canada should hire occasional babysitters over Kijiji. And when they are in foreign lands, they should rely on local recommendations for temporary help when they need to meet the Queen on behalf of all Canadians. Oh.. and they should also pay the costs of the endless security clearances. And if something goes wrong: they should cover the costs of that as well... what penny-pinching nonsense.

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Yes ... the Prime Minister of Canada should hire occasional babysitters over Kijiji . And when they are in foreign lands , they should rely on local recommendations for temporary help when they need to meet the Queen on behalf of all Canadians . Oh.. and they should also pay the costs of the endless security clearances . And if something goes wrong : they should cover the costs of that as well ... what penny-pinching nonsense .

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The comments show clearly who the liberals are - a self rigtheous, privileged elite that don't mind to live off on people who are not so fortunate. They have no idea how ordinary people live yet they are experts on how PM's live. The way they brush off concerns regarding ripping off tax payers is quite concerning - they did the same regarding the refugee issue yet they were wrong about that as well. 'Listen to the people', my foot...

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The comments show clearly who the liberals are - a self rigtheous , privileged elite that dont mind to live off on people who are not so fortunate . They have no idea how ordinary people live yet they are experts on how PMs live . The way they brush off concerns regarding ripping off tax payers is quite concerning - they did the same regarding the refugee issue yet they were wrong about that as well . Listen to the people , my foot ...

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Utter drivel. The spiteful reaction from Brussels (you must go and go NOW) and 'it won't be an easy ride' shows that the EU has learned absolutely nothing from the British departure. If the EU can't (and apparently doesn't) take an objective look at what happened and see what the cause was and try to deal with it, this will just be the start. It turns out that Britain was right about Juncker when they opposed him as President of this squalid group. Why on earth would anyone want to be a part of an association which behaves like the Nazi warren in Watership down? The people who voted 'leave' must be patting themselves on the back for getting it right.

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Utter drivel . The spiteful reaction from Brussels ( you must go and go NOW ) and it wont be an easy ride shows that the EU has learned absolutely nothing from the British departure . If the EU cant ( and apparently doesnt ) take an objective look at what happened and see what the cause was and try to deal with it , this will just be the start . It turns out that Britain was right about Juncker when they opposed him as President of this squalid group . Why on earth would anyone want to be a part of an association which behaves like the Nazi warren in Watership down ? The people who voted leave must be patting themselves on the back for getting it right .

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Actually the article is totally inaccurate. Ford won by emphasizing fiscal responsibility, solid mechanics in responding to average citizen complaints, instead of his predecessors predisposition to social causes, lavish spending and entitlement. Quite simply, he fumbled by being a hypocrite, engaging in criminal and boorish behaviour, and ignoring his claim to being 'responsible'. There really was no Ford nation, just a citizenry disgruntled with Miller and his cabal. Ford cannot win the next election because he abandoned his principles, has been found out, and will, if he runs, get pummelled. No big class conspiracy, no secret overthrow of government, no puzzle: he will lose by his own doing and deservedly so. To blame conservatives for his failures is simply ridiculous. People are mistaking notoriety with electability. His initial platform was electable, his ongoing downfall created a notoriety that will yield the proper result: his failure to win. Give people, even conservatives some credit. The writer is quite insulting and completely wrong in his suppositions. As usual overly complicated and citing correlations, with no real evidence in his hypotheses.

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Actually the article is totally inaccurate . Ford won by emphasizing fiscal responsibility , solid mechanics in responding to average citizen complaints , instead of his predecessors predisposition to social causes , lavish spending and entitlement . Quite simply , he fumbled by being a hypocrite , engaging in criminal and boorish behaviour , and ignoring his claim to being responsible . There really was no Ford nation , just a citizenry disgruntled with Miller and his cabal . Ford can not win the next election because he abandoned his principles , has been found out , and will , if he runs , get pummelled . No big class conspiracy , no secret overthrow of government , no puzzle : he will lose by his own doing and deservedly so . To blame conservatives for his failures is simply ridiculous . People are mistaking notoriety with electability . His initial platform was electable , his ongoing downfall created a notoriety that will yield the proper result : his failure to win . Give people , even conservatives some credit . The writer is quite insulting and completely wrong in his suppositions . As usual overly complicated and citing correlations , with no real evidence in his hypotheses .

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Calling Hillary Clinton, who is currently subject of at least one... if not more... criminal investigations by the FBI a 'slightly flawed' candidate is quite rich don't you think? Very little doubt that if elected, she'll be impeached in pretty short order, if not jailed for seriously jeopardizing national security. And that's without even completing the ongoing investigations on 'pay to play' allegations with respect to the Clinton Foundation. Let's be fair. Both Trump and Clinton are both seriously flawed candidates. Going to be fun to watch things play out after the election no matter which one of them wins.

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Calling Hillary Clinton , who is currently subject of at least one ... if not more ... criminal investigations by the FBI a slightly flawed candidate is quite rich dont you think ? Very little doubt that if elected , shell be impeached in pretty short order , if not jailed for seriously jeopardizing national security . And thats without even completing the ongoing investigations on pay to play allegations with respect to the Clinton Foundation . Lets be fair . Both Trump and Clinton are both seriously flawed candidates . Going to be fun to watch things play out after the election no matter which one of them wins .

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Wow, what a eulogy. Maybe understand some of your statements; Economy, inherited a massive surplus, our banking system had years of regulation that limited their exposure to 'junk' investments and then he spent the surplus, which in reality was less than 1% of GDP annually, spent billions at that level is like you painting your basement, my cat could have done that. Shrunk government, yeah, but no data to drive policy, claw backs on the back of vets, crazy omnibus bills to hide all kinds of dictatorial initiatives, all 'terrorist' attacks a result of 0 funds for law enforcement to enforce, etc... National security???? Where's the Jets? Where's the ships? Why do we have 3 F16's in action and 3 in repair in the filed of battle? Other than no one 'gets in' policy, what the heck are u talking about 'National Security'?I'm out of characters for this post, you need to get out more and understand of what you write.

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Wow , what a eulogy . Maybe understand some of your statements ; Economy , inherited a massive surplus , our banking system had years of regulation that limited their exposure to junk investments and then he spent the surplus , which in reality was less than 1 % of GDP annually , spent billions at that level is like you painting your basement , my cat could have done that . Shrunk government , yeah , but no data to drive policy , claw backs on the back of vets , crazy omnibus bills to hide all kinds of dictatorial initiatives , all terrorist attacks a result of 0 funds for law enforcement to enforce , etc ... National security ? ? ? ? Wheres the Jets ? Wheres the ships ? Why do we have 3 F16s in action and 3 in repair in the filed of battle ? Other than no one gets in policy , what the heck are u talking about National Security ? Im out of characters for this post , you need to get out more and understand of what you write .

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Pierre's being too modest. Fair? C'mon Pierre, tell it. Spit it out. The bill's MORE than fair! i.e. It's MORE than fair to your Harper Tory gang 'cause the bill favours Tories over other parties in elections. A bill that tilts your way. I ask you Pierre, is this any way to treat Canadian democracy? Voters, just say NO to Harper's (Un)Fair Elections Act. Mais non, Pierre.

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Pierres being too modest . Fair ? Cmon Pierre , tell it . Spit it out . The bills MORE than fair ! i.e . Its MORE than fair to your Harper Tory gang cause the bill favours Tories over other parties in elections . A bill that tilts your way . I ask you Pierre , is this any way to treat Canadian democracy ? Voters , just say NO to Harpers ( Un ) Fair Elections Act . Mais non , Pierre .

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Hello... I'd like to vote pleaseSure... can I see your IDNoWhy notBecause I didn't have any, but my friend Ralf here, that's your name right, Ralf, he'll vouch for meRalf, yes... do you have anything on you which proves to me that you know, what is it, ahh, Bill here? No, but I've known Bill a while and I'm telling you that's himWhoBillBut how do I know that Ralf... well because I said so' hey, what's going on up there, move it along, I've got to go vote again at the polling station at Danforth and Greenwood ! O.K, look Ralf, I'm sure that's Bill as you say, but how can I be sure.. Ask him or me...Bill...yes, have you ever been out of the countryyesgreat.. do you have an old passportI lost itWere you ever a student ...yesDo you have a student card... nopeHave you ever paid taxes... yes...how about a tax returnburned them all... hate harperphone bill... nope, government monitors the calls you know, gas bill, nope... electricity...nope..Health card... only this red and white one I found on the street with the name Frank on itDriver's licence... don't drive, TTC card... walk everywhere, Shopper's card... hate big pharma' hey come on I said, move the line up there, I'm on a schedule, three voting stations to go' !Look Bill, and Ralf, isn't there any way we might be able to find some way that you can convince me that you are who you say you are ?Lets go Ralf, this place is full of fascists.

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Hello ... Id like to vote pleaseSure ... can I see your IDNoWhy notBecause I didnt have any , but my friend Ralf here , thats your name right , Ralf , hell vouch for meRalf , yes ... do you have anything on you which proves to me that you know , what is it , ahh , Bill here ? No , but Ive known Bill a while and Im telling you thats himWhoBillBut how do I know that Ralf ... well because I said so hey , whats going on up there , move it along , Ive got to go vote again at the polling station at Danforth and Greenwood ! O.K , look Ralf , Im sure thats Bill as you say , but how can I be sure.. Ask him or me ... Bill ... yes , have you ever been out of the countryyesgreat.. do you have an old passportI lost itWere you ever a student ... yesDo you have a student card ... nopeHave you ever paid taxes ... yes ... how about a tax returnburned them all ... hate harperphone bill ... nope , government monitors the calls you know , gas bill , nope ... electricity ... nope..Health card ... only this red and white one I found on the street with the name Frank on itDrivers licence ... dont drive , TTC card ... walk everywhere , Shoppers card ... hate big pharma hey come on I said , move the line up there , Im on a schedule , three voting stations to go ! Look Bill , and Ralf , isnt there any way we might be able to find some way that you can convince me that you are who you say you are ? Lets go Ralf , this place is full of fascists .

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You know I really think that Scientists have the cause of Global warming all wrong. I can't understand why they haven't thought of this before. I think Global Warming is caused by all the women of the Baby boom generation going through Menopause at the same time. I think I am heating up the Niagara Penninsula all by myself.

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You know I really think that Scientists have the cause of Global warming all wrong . I cant understand why they havent thought of this before . I think Global Warming is caused by all the women of the Baby boom generation going through Menopause at the same time . I think I am heating up the Niagara Penninsula all by myself .

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Let's see, as a society we've tried the drunk in a bar, solve it with our fists approach many times, only to wake up later and wonder if maybe there might have been a better way. Wente clearly doesn't understand modern political reality. She thinks this is 1940. She likely thinks people like Donald Trump are good business managers because they fire 98 lb people of substance and hire macho blowhards full of backstabbing I win- you lose bluster. I goes to her it's not important that a significant majority of Americans, traditionally bloodthirsty, are finally waking up to the possibility that continuously bullying the planet might not help them, or the world. What the Globe needs are some columnists with some vision and the ability to think independently, rather that rah rah rah in the locker room.

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Lets see , as a society weve tried the drunk in a bar , solve it with our fists approach many times , only to wake up later and wonder if maybe there might have been a better way . Wente clearly doesnt understand modern political reality . She thinks this is 1940 . She likely thinks people like Donald Trump are good business managers because they fire 98 lb people of substance and hire macho blowhards full of backstabbing I win- you lose bluster . I goes to her its not important that a significant majority of Americans , traditionally bloodthirsty , are finally waking up to the possibility that continuously bullying the planet might not help them , or the world . What the Globe needs are some columnists with some vision and the ability to think independently , rather that rah rah rah in the locker room .

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Please give the sneering condescension of PM Trudeau a rest Ms. Wente. You would prefer everyone to wallow in despair? And PM Trudeau was also elected on a platform of economic stimulation and management. It's called investing in the seriously decaying infrastructure of the country. So PM Trudeau has a sunny days attitude. It's a lot better than one of bitter hopelessness as you seem to convey.

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Please give the sneering condescension of PM Trudeau a rest Ms. Wente . You would prefer everyone to wallow in despair ? And PM Trudeau was also elected on a platform of economic stimulation and management . Its called investing in the seriously decaying infrastructure of the country . So PM Trudeau has a sunny days attitude . Its a lot better than one of bitter hopelessness as you seem to convey .

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The 'systematic and uncompromising respect for a certain type of liberal discourse' that professor French mentions is not what is at issue with Flanagan's comments. Flanagan showed himself to be entirely unknowledgeable about a subject he wished to discuss: viewing child pornography is not a victimless crime. As Mr. Flanagan was unable to recognize this most basic of facts, blinded by his libertarian ideology, he emphatically proved what many began to realize after he publicly called for the assassination of Assange: his desire to shock had overtaken his desire to have a serious discussion. Flanagan likely became an embarrassment to the University of Calgary and so, as any employer is free to do, they rid their balance sheet of a liability. This is not a case of 'self-censorship which guarantees the hegemony of values now in vogue' as Professor French contends, it is a case of a public individual being held accountable by his employers for making outrageous, ignorant, and just plain bizarre statements.

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The systematic and uncompromising respect for a certain type of liberal discourse that professor French mentions is not what is at issue with Flanagans comments . Flanagan showed himself to be entirely unknowledgeable about a subject he wished to discuss : viewing child pornography is not a victimless crime . As Mr. Flanagan was unable to recognize this most basic of facts , blinded by his libertarian ideology , he emphatically proved what many began to realize after he publicly called for the assassination of Assange : his desire to shock had overtaken his desire to have a serious discussion . Flanagan likely became an embarrassment to the University of Calgary and so , as any employer is free to do , they rid their balance sheet of a liability . This is not a case of self-censorship which guarantees the hegemony of values now in vogue as Professor French contends , it is a case of a public individual being held accountable by his employers for making outrageous , ignorant , and just plain bizarre statements .

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Just vote NDP and enjoy laughing at Pretty Boy Prentice and his gang of Cons, and the Globe and it's corporate editorial lackeys. What joy there is in sweet revenge, it's time to make the incompetent and corrupt Cons pay the price for taking the hard working taxpaying Albertans for granted for so long. Goodbye and good riddance to Prentice and his gang of fear mongering Cons!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Just vote NDP and enjoy laughing at Pretty Boy Prentice and his gang of Cons , and the Globe and its corporate editorial lackeys . What joy there is in sweet revenge , its time to make the incompetent and corrupt Cons pay the price for taking the hard working taxpaying Albertans for granted for so long . Goodbye and good riddance to Prentice and his gang of fear mongering Cons ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !

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Dear Globe and Mail, you know the right thing to do, you just can't seem to do it. If this editorial wasn't hopelessly confused and touchingly awkward, it would be just pathetic. But at least you tried and that's more than most of us expected. So I've decided not to cancel my subscription. But be honest, what you are saying doesn't make much sense. Try sleeping on it. Who knows, perhaps tomorrow you might find more courage. Our country is changing, accept it for what it is and don't get left behind.

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Dear Globe and Mail , you know the right thing to do , you just cant seem to do it . If this editorial wasnt hopelessly confused and touchingly awkward , it would be just pathetic . But at least you tried and thats more than most of us expected . So Ive decided not to cancel my subscription . But be honest , what you are saying doesnt make much sense . Try sleeping on it . Who knows , perhaps tomorrow you might find more courage . Our country is changing , accept it for what it is and dont get left behind .

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'His party deserves to be re-elected. But after Oct. 19, he should quickly resign.'Which would mean that the Globe envisions the Cs becoming the government, but they should get a new leader, who would automatically become PM, without the general public having a say in it.You should notice here that the Globe is advocating 'democracy' à la Canadienne. It's a shameful admission by the Globe that it considers democratic this sort of crap.

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His party deserves to be re-elected . But after Oct. 19 , he should quickly resign.Which would mean that the Globe envisions the Cs becoming the government , but they should get a new leader , who would automatically become PM , without the general public having a say in it.You should notice here that the Globe is advocating democracy à la Canadienne . Its a shameful admission by the Globe that it considers democratic this sort of crap .

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Besides the absurdity of your decision, there is one more factor you have not looked into. The reason there is a mood for change is the total disrespect that Harper and his followers (they can't really be called representatives) have for Parliament, those who disagree with them and a view that they are there only to cater their supporters. This election is and its theme of change is not only about the economy. It is ironic that in the 800th anniversary of the signing of the Magna Carta, we in Canada are really fighting an election trying to maintain many of the improvements that were made in the last 800 years. I really appreciate the Globe but the editorial writer has definitely let down the Globe's employees and supporters. On this day I have more respect for the Post and the Sun, whom I disagree with strongly but at least they believe what they believe. I would suggest that you write a front page letter to all your readers and rethink this decision.

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Besides the absurdity of your decision , there is one more factor you have not looked into . The reason there is a mood for change is the total disrespect that Harper and his followers ( they cant really be called representatives ) have for Parliament , those who disagree with them and a view that they are there only to cater their supporters . This election is and its theme of change is not only about the economy . It is ironic that in the 800th anniversary of the signing of the Magna Carta , we in Canada are really fighting an election trying to maintain many of the improvements that were made in the last 800 years . I really appreciate the Globe but the editorial writer has definitely let down the Globes employees and supporters . On this day I have more respect for the Post and the Sun , whom I disagree with strongly but at least they believe what they believe . I would suggest that you write a front page letter to all your readers and rethink this decision .

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I submitted the following to the G&M, who sort of acted accordingly: If the G&M endorses mean Mr. Mustard to again run our wonderful nation, then holy s..t, we've got big, revolutionary problems. Sure mean Mr. Mustard has good feeling governance for, shall I say, people who feel good about criminals going to jail longer, refugees denied health care, non-compromising inflammation of the Middle East, attacking people rather than issues, promoting the negative and fear; noticeably folks from non-urban centres where there is minimal impact from, for example, women revealing only their eyes. None of this is from a perspective of understanding and compassion and compromise, the fundamental Canadian values that have taught us and brought us through our winters. Sure there are political allegiances, but I bet in their heart of hearts, even most Albertans are troubled by the meanness mean Mr. Mustard emanates. Our country is strong and will continue to be so no matter who's running it. And we had to give the Western party a go at it after so many years of the Ontario/Quebec bent. Maybe the Western folks, and others, enjoy the unsophisticated, narrow minded meanness and want more. But a majority of us have had enough of mean Mr. Mustard. The G&M knows this, does not support the mean governance of mean Mr. Mustard, and should act accordingly. (I'm re-posting cause I didn't check following).

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I submitted the following to the G & M , who sort of acted accordingly : If the G & M endorses mean Mr. Mustard to again run our wonderful nation , then holy s..t , weve got big , revolutionary problems . Sure mean Mr. Mustard has good feeling governance for , shall I say , people who feel good about criminals going to jail longer , refugees denied health care , non-compromising inflammation of the Middle East , attacking people rather than issues , promoting the negative and fear ; noticeably folks from non-urban centres where there is minimal impact from , for example , women revealing only their eyes . None of this is from a perspective of understanding and compassion and compromise , the fundamental Canadian values that have taught us and brought us through our winters . Sure there are political allegiances , but I bet in their heart of hearts , even most Albertans are troubled by the meanness mean Mr. Mustard emanates . Our country is strong and will continue to be so no matter whos running it . And we had to give the Western party a go at it after so many years of the Ontario/Quebec bent . Maybe the Western folks , and others , enjoy the unsophisticated , narrow minded meanness and want more . But a majority of us have had enough of mean Mr. Mustard . The G & M knows this , does not support the mean governance of mean Mr. Mustard , and should act accordingly . ( Im re-posting cause I didnt check following ) .

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There is so much wrong with this endorsement - not sure if I'm more saddened or infuriated. It's factually incorrect ('the other leaders offer no alternative' and 'Canadians are doing relatively great') and dumb ('this election should have been about the economy but it was about petty wedge issues and Harper' - who do you think made it about those things!?)Since the 'he's bad for democracy but the trains run on time' endorsement of 2011 I've avoided giving the Globe a cent (online or at news stands). I shall no boycott the Globe's content too, at least until the next election. Goodbye Globe.

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There is so much wrong with this endorsement - not sure if Im more saddened or infuriated . Its factually incorrect ( the other leaders offer no alternative and Canadians are doing relatively great ) and dumb ( this election should have been about the economy but it was about petty wedge issues and Harper - who do you think made it about those things ! ? ) Since the hes bad for democracy but the trains run on time endorsement of 2011 Ive avoided giving the Globe a cent ( online or at news stands ) . I shall no boycott the Globes content too , at least until the next election . Goodbye Globe .

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Except he is the leader, and he IS the party, and he isn't going anywhere if they win even a minority. So, based on your own comments, 'he has undone himself and his party with a narrowness of vision and a meanness of spirit on a host of issues, from voting rights to crime and punishment to respect for science to respect for the courts', how the heck do the Conservatives deserve another mandate? Shocking!! And by the way, his record on the economy isn't that great, and all of his boutique tax credits are rubbish! They are called buying votes - great politics, bad policy. We would have all been better off with a reduced income tax rate across the board instead of all his b.s. Most of those tax credits are only worth something for people with money to spend in the first place. I look forward to seeing them take a drubbing on Monday.

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Except he is the leader , and he IS the party , and he isnt going anywhere if they win even a minority . So , based on your own comments , he has undone himself and his party with a narrowness of vision and a meanness of spirit on a host of issues , from voting rights to crime and punishment to respect for science to respect for the courts , how the heck do the Conservatives deserve another mandate ? Shocking ! ! And by the way , his record on the economy isnt that great , and all of his boutique tax credits are rubbish ! They are called buying votes - great politics , bad policy . We would have all been better off with a reduced income tax rate across the board instead of all his b.s . Most of those tax credits are only worth something for people with money to spend in the first place . I look forward to seeing them take a drubbing on Monday .

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Ms. Wente is fundamentally wrong about this, though she makes her case well. But she still misses the most important points. The right of a woman to wear a niqab is protected in Canada by two fundamental rights: the right of freedom of religion and the right of freedom of expression. Those are rights that can only be taken away under the most dire circumstances. This, clearly, is not a case that fits that criteria. But let's think this through. If we are really talking about symbols that oppress women, then we hardly need to start with women wearing niqabs. In Canada and Quebec, the Catholic Church has a far longer and infinitely more influential history in oppressing women. It still does not treat women as equals. Shouldn't the Church and its ubiquitous symbols be sanctioned if what we are talking about is symbolism? If not, why not? And why stop with Catholics? Why not condemn and legally sanction orthodox Jews, Christian fundamentalists, and any other religion that oppresses women? I would argue that the obvious answer is that the Church (and other Western religions) is simply part of the background noise in Canada, whatever it symbolizes, good or ill. But the niqab is strange and different. That is what has made it a lightning rod for protest. In a liberal democratic society, one group of people cannot simply declare illegal the beliefs of others, especially if those others are not harming anyone by practicing their beliefs. Even more, one group of people do not have the right to tell others what they believe. The niqab may symbolize oppression to feminists and progressives in Quebec, but they do not have the right to tell the women wearing it what it should mean to those women. Just because I feel uncomfortable with someone else's dress code does not mean I have the right to impose my discomfort and values on that person. At the end of the day the niqab debate matters because it does indeed, reveal, that there is a powerful strain of bigotry and muddled thinking on the part of most Canadians on this matter. In this case, both Mulcair and Trudeau are to be commended for taking the position that is right rather than the position that is politically convenient and that appeals to the worst, most xenophobic tendencies of Canadians.

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Ms. Wente is fundamentally wrong about this , though she makes her case well . But she still misses the most important points . The right of a woman to wear a niqab is protected in Canada by two fundamental rights : the right of freedom of religion and the right of freedom of expression . Those are rights that can only be taken away under the most dire circumstances . This , clearly , is not a case that fits that criteria . But lets think this through . If we are really talking about symbols that oppress women , then we hardly need to start with women wearing niqabs . In Canada and Quebec , the Catholic Church has a far longer and infinitely more influential history in oppressing women . It still does not treat women as equals . Shouldnt the Church and its ubiquitous symbols be sanctioned if what we are talking about is symbolism ? If not , why not ? And why stop with Catholics ? Why not condemn and legally sanction orthodox Jews , Christian fundamentalists , and any other religion that oppresses women ? I would argue that the obvious answer is that the Church ( and other Western religions ) is simply part of the background noise in Canada , whatever it symbolizes , good or ill . But the niqab is strange and different . That is what has made it a lightning rod for protest . In a liberal democratic society , one group of people can not simply declare illegal the beliefs of others , especially if those others are not harming anyone by practicing their beliefs . Even more , one group of people do not have the right to tell others what they believe . The niqab may symbolize oppression to feminists and progressives in Quebec , but they do not have the right to tell the women wearing it what it should mean to those women . Just because I feel uncomfortable with someone elses dress code does not mean I have the right to impose my discomfort and values on that person . At the end of the day the niqab debate matters because it does indeed , reveal , that there is a powerful strain of bigotry and muddled thinking on the part of most Canadians on this matter . In this case , both Mulcair and Trudeau are to be commended for taking the position that is right rather than the position that is politically convenient and that appeals to the worst , most xenophobic tendencies of Canadians .

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This is indeed interesting - a majority of comments more troglodyte than Wente's opinion ! All over a few women covering their faces in public (though having to reveal them in private for legal I.D. reasons). Whether for religious or cultural reason, it's no one else's business. The same people are offended by bare breasts or women nursing their babies.

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This is indeed interesting - a majority of comments more troglodyte than Wentes opinion ! All over a few women covering their faces in public ( though having to reveal them in private for legal I.D . reasons ) . Whether for religious or cultural reason , its no one elses business . The same people are offended by bare breasts or women nursing their babies .

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I don't buy the 'it's too complicated' argument. Tell us how many people I can vote for. Tell us if we need to rank them. Then tell us which MP represents each of our ridings. Actually, don't bother with that last one if the MP is another backbencher in a Harper-like government. My last Conservative MP was a pawn unwilling or unable to think independently, never straying from the party line. But don't blame her. The system breeds backbenchers that are gutless or incompetent.

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I dont buy the its too complicated argument . Tell us how many people I can vote for . Tell us if we need to rank them . Then tell us which MP represents each of our ridings . Actually , dont bother with that last one if the MP is another backbencher in a Harper-like government . My last Conservative MP was a pawn unwilling or unable to think independently , never straying from the party line . But dont blame her . The system breeds backbenchers that are gutless or incompetent .

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I worked the '93 election for Elections Canada in Kim Campbell's riding gathering the enumeration data and printing off the list of electors. What happened to the PC party then was a shock. Seeing the party reduced to non-party status because they didn't win enough seats was wild. I was in a non-partisan position at the time, and did not share my views while working. Outside of that I have always been more of a centrist, perhaps a little left of center even. What is happening these days with this current joke of a government attacking all who oppose them has gone beyond ridiculous. Stephen Harper is such a non-deserving person to be holding such a high office in this country. It is my strongest wish that he, along with his CON (Reform/Alliance) party suffer the same fate as the 1993 Progressive Conservatives.

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I worked the 93 election for Elections Canada in Kim Campbells riding gathering the enumeration data and printing off the list of electors . What happened to the PC party then was a shock . Seeing the party reduced to non-party status because they didnt win enough seats was wild . I was in a non-partisan position at the time , and did not share my views while working . Outside of that I have always been more of a centrist , perhaps a little left of center even . What is happening these days with this current joke of a government attacking all who oppose them has gone beyond ridiculous . Stephen Harper is such a non-deserving person to be holding such a high office in this country . It is my strongest wish that he , along with his CON ( Reform/Alliance ) party suffer the same fate as the 1993 Progressive Conservatives .

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Is that all Trudeau's got? He expects to sleepwalk his way into the prime-ministership based on a crybaby's litany of complaints about his being made fun of by the opposition and the media? We know Trudeau is breathlessly awaiting his chance to raise the GST and punish working people with Carbon Taxes. Legalized marijuana, should be terrific for productivity and public safety. Oh yeah, don't forget a war on oil and gas as he flies everywhere by private jet. The rest of us are just trying to get to work in the morning. Then again, Trudeau doesn't represent the working class, he's counting on support from the non-working class.

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Is that all Trudeaus got ? He expects to sleepwalk his way into the prime-ministership based on a crybabys litany of complaints about his being made fun of by the opposition and the media ? We know Trudeau is breathlessly awaiting his chance to raise the GST and punish working people with Carbon Taxes . Legalized marijuana , should be terrific for productivity and public safety . Oh yeah , dont forget a war on oil and gas as he flies everywhere by private jet . The rest of us are just trying to get to work in the morning . Then again , Trudeau doesnt represent the working class , hes counting on support from the non-working class .

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As often happens, I find I am partly in agreement with Ms. Wente. But while you could ascribe this incident to the folly of youth, these young men are close to graduating, and being professionals. How would we be reacting if these were senior medical students? Can one really imagine sending a patient to a doctor who has made such comments?

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As often happens , I find I am partly in agreement with Ms. Wente . But while you could ascribe this incident to the folly of youth , these young men are close to graduating , and being professionals . How would we be reacting if these were senior medical students ? Can one really imagine sending a patient to a doctor who has made such comments ?

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I am a man who has been propositioned by women, touched by them unnecessarily, had personal comments made about my appearance, approached while I was uninterested, and so on. Full disclosure: It was a while ago. Now, who do I go to for recompense?(For any erstwhile lawyers reading this, it was written tongue in cheek.)

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I am a man who has been propositioned by women , touched by them unnecessarily , had personal comments made about my appearance , approached while I was uninterested , and so on . Full disclosure : It was a while ago . Now , who do I go to for recompense ? ( For any erstwhile lawyers reading this , it was written tongue in cheek . )

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Exceptionally rational and well-reasoned piece, Ms. Wente. In the face of hysteria and a lynch-mob mentality, you were courageous to write such an article. Perhaps it is not inevitable that we will all slide into a 'Brave New World', where no one dare have an independent thought, much less one at odds with the brainwashed, politically-correct-obsessed, and wretched, masses.

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Exceptionally rational and well-reasoned piece , Ms. Wente . In the face of hysteria and a lynch-mob mentality , you were courageous to write such an article . Perhaps it is not inevitable that we will all slide into a Brave New World , where no one dare have an independent thought , much less one at odds with the brainwashed , politically-correct-obsessed , and wretched , masses .

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Some Muslims –a rather small segment of radical Mjuslims –is complaining of religious discrimination; when the niqab is no such thing –it is an oppressive cloth worn by submissive women following a small but vocal group of Muslim fundamentalists. It is nowhere prescribed by the Koran. Furthermore; it goes against our open; democratic and secular –or at least heterodox –society.Aside from our abusing common norms and mores; there is another equally important valid issue here; namely the importance of seeing the face of our interlocutor. This is just not a local cultural issue, but intrinsically part of being human. Long before humanity had language; we depended on facial expressions to denote intent –friend or enemy; happy or sad. I would not speak to a sack with just eyes peering from behind a cloth; nor should a bank teller have to deal with a potential robber. The niqab is an affront to me and to most people; including many moderate Muslims.

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Some Muslims –a rather small segment of radical Mjuslims –is complaining of religious discrimination ; when the niqab is no such thing –it is an oppressive cloth worn by submissive women following a small but vocal group of Muslim fundamentalists . It is nowhere prescribed by the Koran . Furthermore ; it goes against our open ; democratic and secular –or at least heterodox –society.Aside from our abusing common norms and mores ; there is another equally important valid issue here ; namely the importance of seeing the face of our interlocutor . This is just not a local cultural issue , but intrinsically part of being human . Long before humanity had language ; we depended on facial expressions to denote intent –friend or enemy ; happy or sad . I would not speak to a sack with just eyes peering from behind a cloth ; nor should a bank teller have to deal with a potential robber . The niqab is an affront to me and to most people ; including many moderate Muslims .

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Mr. Orwin's own contribution to postpartisanship appears to be the unwillingness to state whether the Bush & Harper administrations were, in fact, failures. I'm pretty sure I know what he'd say off the record, and I'm pretty sure I would disagree. A poor loser, if not necessarily vindictive.

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Mr. Orwins own contribution to postpartisanship appears to be the unwillingness to state whether the Bush & Harper administrations were , in fact , failures . Im pretty sure I know what hed say off the record , and Im pretty sure I would disagree . A poor loser , if not necessarily vindictive .

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I find the exact opposite to be true - the people who prefer Chardonnay and martinis are the tedious déclassé blathering alcoholics. Compare the conversation in a bar to the one out on the back deck. The yelling, aggression, raised voices, soliloquies and arguments come from inside the bar or party. The back deck is where you'll find interesting and interactive conversation and humour. Alcoholics are oblivious. There are well documented health benefits of medical marijuana - especially for alleviating pain, including headaches. But Margaret would prefer that we support the pharmaceutical industry, which already has a stranglehold on Health Canada.

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I find the exact opposite to be true - the people who prefer Chardonnay and martinis are the tedious déclassé blathering alcoholics . Compare the conversation in a bar to the one out on the back deck . The yelling , aggression , raised voices , soliloquies and arguments come from inside the bar or party . The back deck is where youll find interesting and interactive conversation and humour . Alcoholics are oblivious . There are well documented health benefits of medical marijuana - especially for alleviating pain , including headaches . But Margaret would prefer that we support the pharmaceutical industry , which already has a stranglehold on Health Canada .

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Margaret Wente is rapidly becoming the Ezra Levant of the Globe and Mail. She says this, 'Hardly anybody knows basic science and technology these days. Few of us are going to wade through the National Academy of Sciences report. We depend on intermediaries to tell us what to think, and a lot of them are also scientifically illiterate. Most journalists are generally more interested in controversy than in evidence.' then give us the 'facts' like she is a scientist. Bad journalism.

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Margaret Wente is rapidly becoming the Ezra Levant of the Globe and Mail . She says this , Hardly anybody knows basic science and technology these days . Few of us are going to wade through the National Academy of Sciences report . We depend on intermediaries to tell us what to think , and a lot of them are also scientifically illiterate . Most journalists are generally more interested in controversy than in evidence . then give us the facts like she is a scientist . Bad journalism .

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'Hardly anybody knows basic science and technology these days. Few of us are going to wade through the National Academy of Sciences report. We depend on intermediaries to tell us what to think, and a lot of them are also scientifically illiterate. Most journalists are generally more interested in controversy than in evidence.'Cynical, rambling article by someone who has zero idea what she is talking about (scientifically illiterate) and who is clearly trying to stir up controversy.

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Hardly anybody knows basic science and technology these days . Few of us are going to wade through the National Academy of Sciences report . We depend on intermediaries to tell us what to think , and a lot of them are also scientifically illiterate . Most journalists are generally more interested in controversy than in evidence.Cynical , rambling article by someone who has zero idea what she is talking about ( scientifically illiterate ) and who is clearly trying to stir up controversy .

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The idea that 'we almost lost the country' last time is nonsense. Assuming that the PQ wins a slim majority on a complicated question of their choosing and under rules they set, the ROC will respond. i.e. clear question - in or out, yes or no. If the answer is out/yes then long painful negotiations will follow. e.g. the national debt and share of assets. There will be free trade and no 'international' travel issues just like you can drive across borders in Europe like Germany to The Netherlands noting the difference only by the language of the highway signs. A bigger stumbling block will be the first nations issues - will they want to live in Canada or Quebec? The whole issue will be painful but both sides might well be happier in the long run. We can't live with the endless will they or won't they for ever.

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The idea that we almost lost the country last time is nonsense . Assuming that the PQ wins a slim majority on a complicated question of their choosing and under rules they set , the ROC will respond . i.e . clear question - in or out , yes or no . If the answer is out/yes then long painful negotiations will follow . e.g . the national debt and share of assets . There will be free trade and no international travel issues just like you can drive across borders in Europe like Germany to The Netherlands noting the difference only by the language of the highway signs . A bigger stumbling block will be the first nations issues - will they want to live in Canada or Quebec ? The whole issue will be painful but both sides might well be happier in the long run . We cant live with the endless will they or wont they for ever .

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I cant believe what I am reading here , this election is about the charter and the corrupt Liberals who managed the province for ten years .Of all the people I know and talk to none is looking at this election as a show of force with Ottawa a resentment of Canada or a vote for separation .Stop being paranoiac the PQ will come and Go the Liberals will clean up etc

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I cant believe what I am reading here , this election is about the charter and the corrupt Liberals who managed the province for ten years .Of all the people I know and talk to none is looking at this election as a show of force with Ottawa a resentment of Canada or a vote for separation .Stop being paranoiac the PQ will come and Go the Liberals will clean up etc

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Where are you getting your information from!?!?! The government clarified nearly a WEEK ago that they are full ministers, with full pay equal to all the rest. The only reason the memo read like that is they need to pass a motion with the treasury board to override the previous governments' allotment. They are full ministers - can't believe this author could possibly miss the announcements on this. And how could the editors not catch this obvious error?

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Where are you getting your information from ! ? ! ? ! The government clarified nearly a WEEK ago that they are full ministers , with full pay equal to all the rest . The only reason the memo read like that is they need to pass a motion with the treasury board to override the previous governments allotment . They are full ministers - cant believe this author could possibly miss the announcements on this . And how could the editors not catch this obvious error ?

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Sorry Mr. Lewis, it is you who is dividing us with your manifesto crafted out of moonbeams and rainbows. Please allow me to demonstrate how wrong you are with a few points: 1) First Nations DO support new pipelines, (http://ipolitics.ca/2016/02/06/plunging-oil-prices-put-first-nation-community-services-at-risk/) and you downtown Toronto dilletants love to cozy up to only the members of First Nations communities whose views align with your own. You're as bad as Leo, parading around Stoney Nakoda activists as if they represent their entire community (which signed a multi-million dollar deal with an oil company in 2014 by the way). The way you use these people to accessorize your ridiculous policies makes me sick. 2) You are creating a false dichotomy in the Canadian economy between 'bad' (ie: tar sands, pipelines etc) and 'good jobs' (ie: the green jobs you claim exist in spades, but no respectable economist can seem to find). If green jobs were as abundant as you claim, we'd all have one. Once again, your out of touch Toronto-elite privilege is showing. 3) Most people can get behind certain principals of the Leap Manifesto (ie: yes we need to get off fossil fuels as our primary source of energy), but the extreme nature of the document does nothing but polarize the debate. We will need the tar sands and pipelines as we transition to a low carbon economy. We need the money they generate for investment, and we all get a bang up deal on cheap energy prices. Stopping the tar sands and pipelines will put tens of thousands of people if not more out of a job and lead to increased poverty. For a party that claims to want to keep people out of poverty, you seem to be advocating sending people straight for it. What is needed in the transition to a low carbon economy is intelligent policy, diversified investments and sorry Avi, some fossil fuel development for the time being. If you can't see that, then enjoy continuing to drive your party back to the fringes.

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Sorry Mr. Lewis , it is you who is dividing us with your manifesto crafted out of moonbeams and rainbows . Please allow me to demonstrate how wrong you are with a few points : 1 ) First Nations DO support new pipelines , ( http : //ipolitics.ca/2016/02/06/plunging-oil-prices-put-first-nation-community-services-at-risk/ ) and you downtown Toronto dilletants love to cozy up to only the members of First Nations communities whose views align with your own . Youre as bad as Leo , parading around Stoney Nakoda activists as if they represent their entire community ( which signed a multi-million dollar deal with an oil company in 2014 by the way ) . The way you use these people to accessorize your ridiculous policies makes me sick . 2 ) You are creating a false dichotomy in the Canadian economy between bad ( ie : tar sands , pipelines etc ) and good jobs ( ie : the green jobs you claim exist in spades , but no respectable economist can seem to find ) . If green jobs were as abundant as you claim , wed all have one . Once again , your out of touch Toronto-elite privilege is showing . 3 ) Most people can get behind certain principals of the Leap Manifesto ( ie : yes we need to get off fossil fuels as our primary source of energy ) , but the extreme nature of the document does nothing but polarize the debate . We will need the tar sands and pipelines as we transition to a low carbon economy . We need the money they generate for investment , and we all get a bang up deal on cheap energy prices . Stopping the tar sands and pipelines will put tens of thousands of people if not more out of a job and lead to increased poverty . For a party that claims to want to keep people out of poverty , you seem to be advocating sending people straight for it . What is needed in the transition to a low carbon economy is intelligent policy , diversified investments and sorry Avi , some fossil fuel development for the time being . If you cant see that , then enjoy continuing to drive your party back to the fringes .

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Translation: if everyone does what I said and think as I do, everything will be as I want it. LEAP is divisive, illogical and something Avi's own father, essentially, opposed a few dacades ago (in a different form). The Wafflers have taken the reigns of the NDP, and we will all be shamed into silence, if they have their way. Then again, one of the chief architects of this Canadian plan is Naomi Klein- the person who wrote Shock Doctrine, and cherry picked and distorted pretty much half the damned publication (Friedman being an economic adviser to Pinochet was rich... as was her implying his support for the Iraq War... when the opposite was true).Dishonesty sells, I guess, when there's a narrative attached. Same as Trump, Fox News et al.

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Translation : if everyone does what I said and think as I do , everything will be as I want it . LEAP is divisive , illogical and something Avis own father , essentially , opposed a few dacades ago ( in a different form ) . The Wafflers have taken the reigns of the NDP , and we will all be shamed into silence , if they have their way . Then again , one of the chief architects of this Canadian plan is Naomi Klein- the person who wrote Shock Doctrine , and cherry picked and distorted pretty much half the damned publication ( Friedman being an economic adviser to Pinochet was rich ... as was her implying his support for the Iraq War ... when the opposite was true ) .Dishonesty sells , I guess , when theres a narrative attached . Same as Trump , Fox News et al .

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If she shows her face to an official to confirm her identity she has every right to dress as she pleases; however, she should realize that Canadians don't view this as showing modesty. Most Canadians view it as a misogynistic practice prevalent in countries where women are viewed as chattels.

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If she shows her face to an official to confirm her identity she has every right to dress as she pleases ; however , she should realize that Canadians dont view this as showing modesty . Most Canadians view it as a misogynistic practice prevalent in countries where women are viewed as chattels .