tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-198076502011-12-14T18:36:02.351-08:00Political commentary from a seemingly lone Canadian conservative in Toronto.Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.comBlogger1171100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-57337296302589172042010-05-14T10:10:00.000-07:002010-05-14T10:25:27.837-07:00

Audits are not fun. People hate them. They can instill the fear of God for some. But it is a sad reality that nearly everyone is subject to, except for Parliament. So not only are the rules of the Board of Internal Economy not public, when Ms. Fraser offers to take a friendly look at their books, she is refused access. Must be nice. Am I extended the same privilege if the Canada Revenue

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-84745139283558182882009-11-10T06:21:00.000-08:002009-11-10T06:48:20.239-08:00

Yesterday, Toronto Police announced through the media they would begin a canvas of north Toronto homes in the search for clues about the disappearance of Miriam Makhniashvili. Investigators warned residents they would be knocking on their doors until they answer and they would "ask" to look around their home."You will expect a knock at your door and police will keep knocking at your door," Det.

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-11311710862338382682009-11-09T10:17:00.000-08:002009-11-09T10:26:04.425-08:00

Today, I participated in a polling survey for the Royal Canadian Mint to help gauge the popularity of ideas for future commemorative coin series. One of their ideas was a commemorative coin series on famous Canadians, which in and of itself would be okay. One of the examples they used as a famous Canadian was David Suzuki. Is he an excellent narrator? Yes. Has any of his work critically

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-27898540976380564242009-08-20T08:00:00.000-07:002009-08-20T08:17:22.596-07:00

Although it is a provincial issue, I am a bit amazed by the lack of public debate over the move to harmonize the sales tax in Ontario. I agree, there are many positive reasons to harmonize the provincial and federal sales tax that will only benefit Ontario, but I have been surprised no one has been pointing out the obvious downside of the plan.Does no one care there will be a SEVEN percent

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-66440766370316607052009-07-07T07:05:00.000-07:002009-07-07T07:35:07.285-07:00

Rumours are surfacing about Diane Ablonczy being demoted for sponsoring Toronto's Pride Festival. Naturally all of the social conservatives are up in arms over this "scandal". Those expressing shock and outrage have probably never met a gay person in their life.It was a great decision for the federal government to sponsor the Pride Festival. My only disappointment was the Government of

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-5728273583508914562009-06-30T11:53:00.000-07:002009-06-30T12:06:22.977-07:00

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-53585681792885974802009-05-22T09:06:00.000-07:002009-05-22T09:25:01.798-07:00

Yesterday's announcement of new rules for credit card companies was very good news for Canadians. Unbeknownst to many Canadians, credit card companies have been introducing scandalous rules for charging interest. Once upon a time, I goofed up paying my Capital One credit card bill by entering the wrong amount. I was short a few dollars on my bill. As a result, I ended up paying $60 dollars in

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-14242371731242083502009-05-20T06:50:00.000-07:002009-05-20T07:01:50.939-07:00

Very rarely do I look to the Toronto Star for good news, but today is the exception with reports Auditor General Sheila Fraser wants to open the books for the House of Commons and the Senate.Only a few days ago, I wrote a post asking for greater transparency with Parliamentary expenses. It appears I may get my wish, but Fraser is going to have to fight tooth and nail to gain access to their

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-70696292145772346672009-05-19T11:00:00.000-07:002009-05-19T11:32:39.429-07:00

What in the name of God's green earth are we doing holding a public inquiry into the affairs of Brian Mulroney?Mulroney only received $225,000 from Karlheinz Schreiber. I reckon the Government of Canada has spent well in excess of a million dollars on this inquiry, not to mention the cost of other investigations. What's more, there is nothing obviously wrong with this payment. Plenty of former

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-14690182402072080122009-05-13T09:02:00.000-07:002009-05-13T10:04:40.871-07:00

Politicians in Britain are in a world of hurt with reports of widespread abuse of Parliamentary expense accounts. Even the most unscrupulous person would gasp at the thought of expensing a country-manor heliport or moat cleaning. The most shocking revelation was that MPs can submit their mortgage payments as accommodation expenses! No wonder they live in castles. An MP is allowed to buy a flat

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-87193759802506479452009-05-12T11:00:00.000-07:002009-05-12T11:29:38.242-07:00

As every day passes, Parliament becomes more irrelevant to the lives of ordinary Canadians.Today's example is with the Parliamentary inquiry into Ruby Dhalla's personal affairs. Don't get me wrong, I think some of her actions were reprehensible, but I hardly believe they are worthy of an examination by a House of Commons committee.Withholding a person's passport borders on criminal, however, if

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-60608816931880665892009-05-04T08:53:00.000-07:002009-05-04T10:06:57.892-07:00

If a government has done good work and no one knows about it, was it ever done?This weekend, I learned of a new certification for organic food in Canada. The new standard, which takes effect on June 30th, was created by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. To be eligible to display the label, the food must be at least 95% organic.With increased public concern over food safety, many products

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-58228076723858030842009-04-17T13:28:00.000-07:002009-04-18T10:13:19.989-07:00

This afternoon, the Quebec Government announced they will be giving a bail out (of sorts) to AbitibiBowater after the federal government declined to offer any assistance.After Premier Charest let the Conservatives hang out to dry during the last election, I'm kind of happy we are letting Charest deal with his own problems. After all, before the last election, the Harper government flooded Quebec

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-58561735305668195182009-03-17T06:23:00.000-07:002009-03-17T06:30:36.226-07:00

I would not be surprised if our good friend WK was behind this article by spreading rumours about the Minister's beliefs. Religion is a curious creature. Much of what is contained within religious texts do not make sense, but it is a faith. To have faith, you must believe in it. I can't fathom why it has become acceptable to mock and criticize a person for their Christian views. Would this

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-64607634632383552082009-02-20T12:35:00.000-08:002009-02-20T13:02:49.417-08:00

God forgive me, but after President Obama's visit to Canada yesterday, I could be convinced to be a Democrat. The President's charm seems to cast a spell over people. For most people, it is for the better, but for Liberals, it was for the worse.The Liberals had a deliberate media strategy to capitalize on the presidential visit. I suppose Liberal strategists thought a meeting with the

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-72507311544971101092008-12-03T08:02:00.000-08:002008-12-03T08:06:26.546-08:00

With so much hype in the media regarding the 'crisis' in Ottawa, I was very pleased to read Dan Gardner's column today.  A whole lot of people in Ottawa need to take a Valium and reflect on the facts.Here is a link to Dan's article.

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-50809534425343595952008-12-02T06:55:00.000-08:002008-12-02T07:40:08.543-08:00

With the excitement in Ottawa reaching levels of near pandemonium, I can't help feel disappointed with the behaviour of ALL our federal political leaders.Before Parliament had a chance to resume, opposition leaders announced plans to defeat our democratically elected government and form their own government based on an agreement between all of the opposition parties.  How on earth did we get to

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-20340786296309827882008-09-16T10:03:00.000-07:002008-09-16T10:12:07.125-07:00

With the Liberal campaign faultering, the party is now parading Bob Rae before journalists in hopes of saving what's left of their campaign. What does he decide to speak about? "Harpernomics" (cute line!) Yes, Bob - author of Rae Days - is going to give us all a lesson on balanced budgets. Rrrright. I'll stick with Harper, thanks.When are the leaders going to start talking about gas prices?!?

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-2970678596956002502008-09-09T13:21:00.000-07:002008-09-09T13:27:24.663-07:00

At long last, the tiff between the two party leaders has been resolved!In other news...dead bodies are being dumped on the 401 in advance of rush hour.  I wonder which issue will make it above the fold in tomorrow's paper?

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-11507447430671121452008-09-09T11:13:00.000-07:002008-09-09T11:36:35.036-07:00

Day 2 of the writ period and we already have our first scandal. This is dirty politics at its best and everyone in sight is feigning outrage. Lovely. Personally, I could think of about one hundred things that are more important to me. The contents of some silly web site does not even come close. I would much rather see the Conservatives communicate all of the good things they have done for

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-18080694491156069492008-09-08T10:08:00.000-07:002008-09-08T10:18:24.898-07:00

Although I am very nervous about the timing of this election, it could be a lot of fun.I can't believe Dion would start out the campaign by making excuses for his deplorable English. "I have difficulty to isolate sounds."Yes, hearing impairments are no laughing matter, but hearing has nothing to do with proper sentence structure. You don't need to hear to learn proper English grammar. Chretien's

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-61258631077596930172008-09-05T13:19:00.000-07:002008-09-05T13:24:04.716-07:00

All this talk of a fall election, when will the PMO end the suspense?Public events for September 7, 2008September 5, 2008Ottawa, OntarioPublic event for Prime Minister Stephen Harper for Sunday, September 7th is:Ottawa 8:05 a.m. – Prime Minister Stephen Harper will leave 24 Sussex en route to Rideau Hall to meet with Governor General Michaëlle Jean to ask her to dissolve the 39th Parliament for

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-75434848200088399752008-06-05T07:33:00.000-07:002008-06-05T07:46:58.916-07:00

It's no wonder so many Canadians dislike politicians, especially in Ottawa. Regardless of the political persuasion of the government in power, the federal government always seems to be out of touch with reality.Minister Flaherty did not help matters yesterday by making the following statement:"Speaking with reporters, Flaherty said auto workers being laid off by General Motors in Oshawa as of

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-43855595449976408822008-05-20T07:43:00.000-07:002008-05-20T08:12:19.082-07:00

Admittedly, I mispronounce 'nuclear' half the time, but it doesn't mean I can offer my opinion on the latest failed venture for AECL with the Maple project.It is no wonder Canadians have a negative attitude toward the federal government when they hear of hundreds of millions of dollars gone to waste. Credit must be given to the Conservative government for publicly announcing the project a

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-82725221712290427252008-03-12T12:44:00.000-07:002008-03-12T13:32:29.332-07:00

For two years now, the Transportation Safety Board has investigated the crash of a ferry off the coast of British Columbia. In their report, the TSB can only say the two crew members on board were engaged in a conversation of a personal nature during the 14 minutes between the time they should have changed course and when they crashed.A brief look at some other facts:The two crew members had just

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-32629288647993550512007-10-21T15:21:00.000-07:002007-10-21T15:27:40.039-07:00

I got a call today from a friendly representative of my local federal Conservative candidate. He asked if the candidate had my support, which I naturally answered in the affirmative. Then he proceeds to ask me if I want a lawn sign. "Pardon? Isn't it a bit early for lawn signs? Did the Prime Minister call an election?""Uh, not yet. It will announced on Wednesday if there will be an election."

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-73269096636903424572007-10-12T06:28:00.000-07:002007-10-12T07:30:21.797-07:00

I was having a good start to my day until I read the news today. Al Gore and the United Nations Climate Change Panel are now the proud recipients of a Nobel Peace Prize for their "efforts to build up and disseminate greater knowledge about man-made climate change, and to lay the foundations for the measures that are needed to counteract such change". Apparently, anyone can win a peace prize

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-46466446933546851142007-07-04T11:25:00.000-07:002007-07-04T11:30:44.287-07:00

I always knew Al Gore was a con artist with his travelling roadshow preaching the "facts" about global warming. What I didn't know was that his son, Al Gore, is a small time drug dealer in California.Lovely.

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-35328739720084742742007-06-26T11:12:00.000-07:002007-06-26T11:30:12.347-07:00

I decided today to smuggle incandescent light bulbs into Canada once they are officially banned in Canada. It will be my new business venture that will occupy my weekends and make me lots and lots of money.Although I was a strong supporter of the bulbs as a way to conserve energy, I am beginning to wonder if the new fluorescent bulbs might cause MORE damage to the environment. It seems no one

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-28104767323691312472007-06-20T07:28:00.000-07:002007-06-20T07:50:36.304-07:00

After enduring several years of Mayor Miller, I've come to accept that I disagree with nearly everything to come out of Toronto City Council. Unfortunately for me, I couldn't swallow news of Council's edict to remove yellow ribbon decals from all Toronto fire trucks and ambulances in the fall.According to our pinko commie pacifist mayor, residents of Toronto were complaining the ribbons were

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-33973774086767114102007-05-25T06:30:00.000-07:002007-05-25T06:50:07.757-07:00

One of the best parts of living in Toronto is having a Mayor that so accurately reflects my views. Okay, maybe not that accurately. In light of the horrific school shooting this week, Miller has once again called for handguns to be "banned". What a great idea! Clearly the existing gun registry is not working, since criminals must be using registered handguns for the crimes. Perhaps even stolen

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-53364841220948590582007-05-09T12:25:00.000-07:002007-05-09T12:42:25.429-07:00

My sister told me about this story yesterday. I honestly thought she was joking, but she wasn't.The good people who make your microwave popcorn are getting sick and dying from working with the chemicals that flavour our wonderful popcorn. It's wonderful the US government is starting to address the problem, but one has to wonder about the health effects on the broader consumer population!"Even

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-49887877091829999582007-05-07T10:13:00.000-07:002007-05-07T10:28:22.539-07:00

I couldn't resist posting this photo of Rudy campaigning. I know they say a good campaign involves shaking hands and kissing babies, but I've never actually seen a politician actually kiss a baby. It's a bit creepy now that I see it being done.

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1167507962050345162006-12-30T11:29:00.000-08:002006-12-30T11:46:02.086-08:00

My apologies to the one avid reader (myself included) of this blog for not posting in such a long time. I suppose so much of what goes on in Ottawa is completely irrelevant to my life, my interest level is dropping.As my last post for 2006, I want to wish JP Kingsley all the best with his future endeavors. During his tenure as Chief Electoral Officer, he has always been partisan to the Liberals

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1162823712520021382006-11-06T06:18:00.000-08:002006-11-06T06:35:12.563-08:00

I may not believe in global warming, but I do believe that environmental groups manufacture "threats" to our environment to raise money from scared little old grannies. Environmental organizations are only interested in making money and will not think twice about lending their name in support of an initiative if there is enough money involved. Anyway, with regard to global warming, every man,

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1162397802341489222006-11-01T07:29:00.000-08:002006-11-01T08:20:07.650-08:00

National defence is a very unique subject matter in the political arena. It's one of those strange areas where any pollster would be hard pressed to find any Canadian who didn't support "our men and women in the Canadian Forces", but finding support for what they actually do is entirely different.The Conservatives need to demonstrate that Canada is a positive influence in global affairs, but at

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1161382181617122252006-10-20T14:57:00.000-07:002007-06-26T11:57:38.721-07:00

At what point did heckles in the House of Commons become an issue worthy of headlines in the national media?At the moment, I am watching CTV's Mike Duffy Live with Gloria Galloway with a grim look on her face saying that Peter Mackay should apologize for a comment he made off-camera to another MP during Question Period. Yes, he may have inferred that Belinda Stronach is a bitch. Who cares? Gloria

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1160766442710525122006-10-13T11:54:00.000-07:002006-10-13T12:07:22.826-07:00

Today at lunch, I revealed to a co-worker that I was a closet Conservative. She, being the raving mad socialist, had difficulty grasping the reality of the situation.Her response? "But you're such a nice guy?! How can you be a Conservative?"I seriously don't think she'll ever talk to me again, what with the horns protruding from my head and all. Spending one red cent campaigning in this fair

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1160067872918945112006-10-05T09:58:00.000-07:002006-10-05T10:06:27.346-07:00

Of all the things I do not care about, probably high up on that list would be the frequency of sit down chats our Prime Minister has with the Governor General. Yet, for the Toronto Star, they seem to think they have hit upon some sort of major scandal.What do I care about? Well, for one, I want to know if Prime Minister Harper was cheering for the Leafs or the Senators at last night's hockey game

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1159213333704213132006-09-25T12:29:00.000-07:002006-09-25T12:42:13.716-07:00

So not only is Belinda Stronach promiscuous with her political affiliations, she's a home wrecker as well! And could she have selected a better mate than washed up hockey player, Tie Domi? Back when I made a post on Tie helping her campaign in January, little did I know how much he was contributing! Way to reach for the stars, sweetheart!

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1157129501810491832006-09-01T09:36:00.000-07:002006-09-01T09:51:41.833-07:00

...But I think the 150 delegates of the recent AIDS conference who claimed refugee status should be unceremoniously kicked out of our country.Don't get me wrong, I think HIV/AIDS is a horrendous disease and the epidemic in Africa is an absolute tragedy, but to have these people - most of whom infected with HIV - take advantage of our nation's goodwill is outrageous!Now that they declared refugee

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1157029980381087732006-08-31T05:53:00.000-07:002006-08-31T06:13:01.583-07:00

Today, I am wearing a sweater. It's a bit chilly if you ask me.So much for all this global warming hoopla. Even Environment Canada and their ever present spokesman, Dave Phillips, has admitted we have had a perfect summer weather-wise.Toronto has also had very few smog alerts, thereby forcing Jack and Olivia to cancel their photo-op of them donning gas masks for the cameras. Shucks!To make

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1156436596261875922006-08-24T08:34:00.000-07:002006-08-24T09:23:16.346-07:00

Did you know the leadership convention for the Green Party starts today in Ottawa? Well, let me tell you, I have been counting down the days until today.This weekend, the Green Party has a real opportunity to set the future direction of the party. I really hope delegates keep in mind what their party is all about and vote for a leadership candidate accordingly.The Green Party is not a

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1156359959002079362006-08-23T11:36:00.000-07:002006-08-23T12:05:59.113-07:00

It's things like this that really drive me around the bend.Today, the city forcibly removed a man living under the Gairdiner Expressway to prepare for repairs on the elevated roadway because he refused the offer of a subsidized apartment.What really gets my goat is that an anti-poverty group protested the man's "eviction". Could someone please remind me why forcing a homeless man out of a life

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1156174773487410362006-08-21T07:56:00.000-07:002006-08-21T12:55:50.036-07:00

One of my favourite pet peeves is when journalists take the liberty to reconstruct historical facts. Today, the Mike De Souza of CanWest recalled an incident involving a staffer of Rahim Jaffer.For those who can't recall what happened: A staffer of Mr. Jaffer booked the MP for a radio interview, but could not reach him in time for the show. Instead of canceling the interview, the staffer took it

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1155309209122133722006-08-11T07:54:00.000-07:002006-08-11T08:13:29.360-07:00

So I realize it's the dog days of summer and most everyone is completely checked out, but I am desperate to know what our Chief Electoral Officer has uncovered!Perhaps J.P. could ask Liberal HQ to draft up another press release for him? Too bad his son, Justin, isn't working for the Prime Minister anymore. Guess that happens when the Liberals are kicked out of office.

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1153851700104865252006-07-25T11:13:00.000-07:002006-07-25T11:21:40.120-07:00

Don't ask me how I didn't become aware of this earlier, but the Government of Canada's climate change website has been shut down! www.climatechange.gc.ca is no longer.How are tree huggers in Victoria going to get their fix for information on climate change? What are all the pinkos living in the Beaches (NOT "The Beach") going to crusade for?Heaven help us all.

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1153494765736035442006-07-21T07:41:00.000-07:002006-07-21T08:12:45.856-07:00

Okay, I admit when I first learned of the PM's intention to fly to Cyprus to pick up Canadian evacuees - I thought the Prime Minister was off his rocker. So many things could have gone horribly wrong with devastating political consequences, but the big guy pulled it off.All in all, it was a spectatular decision on his part. Why on earth would they fly our military airbus to Canada - when it is

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1151587057531268602006-06-29T06:01:00.000-07:002006-06-29T06:17:37.550-07:00

So it looks like the Globe's Brian Lackie may have a hot story on his hands, as indicated by their headline: "Tories may have broken political financing laws"We truly must have reached the dog days of summer, if the innuendo of a Liberal Party Executive Director is enough for a story at the Globe. Perhaps one should consider the facts! Maybe Laghi should have called the Conservative Party of

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1149770292885430132006-06-08T05:00:00.000-07:002006-06-08T05:38:13.513-07:00

Is it just me, or is the CBC doing everything possible to downplay the Toronto terror plot story?Last night, Neil MacDonald, the CBC's Washington correspondent, portrayed those individuals arrested in connection with the scheme to blow up Toronto as amateurish pranksters. After all, it was the police that sold them a bunch of "harmless powder". How could these kids be to blame?The CBC also

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1149601262501146372006-06-06T06:04:00.000-07:002006-06-06T06:46:04.853-07:00

Last Friday, Canada's law enforcement community clearly demonstrated to the nation and the world their capability to counter terrorism by destructing the largest Canadian terrorism plot. However, the liberal left of this country is doing their best to plug their ears and ignore this event's significance.Darn near every major newspaper in the country ran with front page headlines on the terror

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1149094765916967662006-05-31T09:29:00.000-07:002006-05-31T09:59:26.020-07:00

Apparently I still need to rant about Monday's wildcat TTC strike. Even though the labour action is over, the story continues to unfold.Bob Kinnear, a slime ball and Toronto Transit Union President, is still in the media spotlight over Monday's strike. In a CTV interview yesterday, he had the audacity to say with a straight face that he did not authorize a wildcat strike. Instead, he laid the

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1148918423163156192006-05-29T08:38:00.000-07:002006-05-29T09:36:18.526-07:00

Well, it's nearing the lunch hour in Toronto and by now, every man, woman and child in the country is FULLY aware of the transit situation in our fair city. Why? Because anything that happens in our city is far more important than anything that could ever happen anywhere else. Hear that Calgary?Most likely after today, Torontonians will be criticized for being whiners and complainers just because

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1148562722988373822006-05-25T05:40:00.000-07:002006-05-25T06:12:03.030-07:00

So yesterday, the Prime Minister accused the national media of bias against his government. What other obvious facts can we state? The sky is blue?The childish antics of the national press gallery has reached a level beyond comparison. Staging a walk out of a Prime Minister's press conference? Refusing to ask questions? On the bright side, the press coverage of the Conservative government has

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1148485351533019392006-05-24T08:30:00.000-07:002006-05-25T05:26:18.706-07:00

Samy, it ain't lookin' good buddy.The Privy Council Office is going to be slimmed down by 250 people as part of an effort to downsize the office. You know what they say, last one in, first one out.I recommend visiting a couple of websites, like this one, or this one.

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1148425854885620682006-05-23T15:56:00.000-07:002006-05-23T16:12:34.936-07:00

Strangely, I found the photo on the front cover of today's Star to be hilarious. Too bad it was a photo about a fairly serious situation.What I want to know is, who throws cheese? Honestly. Cheese? Come on man.

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1147709068679787832006-05-15T08:49:00.000-07:002006-05-15T09:04:28.693-07:00

Monday, May 15, 2006 is the day every Canadian is required to complete their 2006 Census questionnaire.The Census provides critical information on communities across Canada which is used by government and business for the delivery of services and products. Do your part by completing your Census questionnarie on-line: www.census2006.ca

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1147375780138630122006-05-11T12:20:00.000-07:002006-05-11T12:29:40.150-07:00

... need all the support they can get!The playoffs are really down to the wire for my Sens, having lost the first three games of their series against Buffalo. Tonight, they need all support they can get, so this blog entry is a call to arms of sorts. I don't care if you have to leave work early, fast for a month or divorce your spouse - do whatever it take to show your support for the Senators!

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1147096504320478022006-05-08T06:31:00.000-07:002006-05-08T07:02:19.303-07:00

Last weekend, I watched Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire and was taken aback by the uncanny resemblance between reporter in the movie and Jane Taber of the Globe and Mail.Not only do they look alike, they act much the same. The reporter in the movie, Rita Skeeter, is a devious and calculating gossip columnist for the Daily Prophet. Jane Taber is also a devious and calculating gossip columnist

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1146850871702502522006-05-05T10:32:00.000-07:002006-05-05T10:41:11.713-07:00

I have been patiently waiting for this news release. I admire how the PMO Press Office eloquently worded the release. A Coles notes version would read: "Samy will be give the most junior level position in the Privy Council Office until such time he decides to quit so that we will not have to pay him severance."Nice.Prime Minister announces changes in the senior ranks of the Public ServiceMay 5,

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1146774355116831272006-05-04T12:45:00.000-07:002006-05-04T13:25:55.173-07:00

Scott Reid, Paul Martin's former advisor, picked up his pen to write for the Star today.He laid out a strategy for his fellow Liberal comrades in a five-point plan. His column outlines some of the worst political advice I have ever seen - not that I am complaining. Should it really be surprising coming from an advisor who oversaw the defeat of the 13-year reign of Liberal power?Here are my

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1146662185548539722006-05-03T05:48:00.000-07:002006-05-03T14:55:14.446-07:00

Do you feel that? That's one big breath of fresh air. It's incredible how a Conservative budget can change the air quality in Toronto.I had a little chuckle this morning when I read the headline of the Toronto Star which read, "I'm OK, You're OK". What kind of grudging endorsement is that? Gee, Prime Minister Harper's budget didn't cause the the earth didn't open up and envelop Toronto after all

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1146490230069771012006-05-01T06:14:00.000-07:002006-05-01T06:30:30.083-07:00

This past weekend, I attended the very first annual Indie Can Film Fest in Toronto. This film festival is dedicated to the low-budget, independent filmmaker. Since one of my friends from university had a film featured at the festival, I decided to attend to show my support. Brett and his brother Jason have done quite well for themselves. They have started up their own company, Substance

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1146241674348483032006-04-28T09:14:00.000-07:002006-04-28T09:27:54.393-07:00

I know my beef with the liberal media is bordering on obsession, but their antics continue to enrage me! Unless you've been hiding under a rock, you will know the Conservative's achieved a major feat this week with the softwood lumber deal. This deal will help our lumber industry along the road to recovery after the devastating impact of the trade barriers imposed by our southern neighbour.But

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1145973720327280112006-04-25T06:27:00.000-07:002006-04-25T07:02:01.153-07:00

Pretty soon the National Press Gallery will resort to name calling to express their displeasure with the Conservative Government's recent changes to their communications strategy. Until then, the media will make cheap shots reporting on how the government has no remorse for our fallen soldiers by not lowering the flag on the Peace Tower.What complete nonsense. For decades, there has been a very

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1144933450941365922006-04-13T05:35:00.000-07:002006-04-13T06:04:11.466-07:00

Today, the Globe is reporting on a secret cabinet document it received outlining the Conservatives plans for Environment Canada. But how on earth did the reporters get their hands on a cabinet document of all things? Cabdocs don't fall out of the sky and land on fortunate reporters in Ottawa, it takes someone with a bone to pick with the government.Cabinet documents are very secure documents.

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1144852885863373032006-04-12T07:37:00.000-07:002006-04-12T07:41:28.796-07:00

In a stroke of shear genius, the Conservatives have implemented a communications plan that would circumvent the National Press Gallery. Rather than rely on the crew of jaded reporters with their hidden agendas, the government has implemented a strategy to interact with local media outlets directly. Why didn’t they think of this earlier?For all major announcements, Ministers will conduct a

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1144701800967830452006-04-10T12:57:00.000-07:002006-04-10T13:43:22.906-07:00

Maclean's website poll asks the [leading] question, "is George W. Bush the worst U.S. President in 100 years?" A fairly strong majority responding to the poll agree.I hold the minority opinion on the matter. In social settings, I often try to avoid talking about 'dubya' because I know my views will not be welcomed.I honestly believe George W. Bush will be viewed as one of the greatest American

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1144617670850808992006-04-09T14:09:00.000-07:002006-04-09T14:21:10.980-07:00

I went for a spring stroll in my bustling neighbourhood of Yonge and Eglinton today and stopped for a quick bite to eat in a bagel shop. While I was enjoying my meal, I overheard the conversation of two patrons."... they cut the funding to the Palestinian Authority.""Who did?""Prime Minister Harper. You know, with the new Conservative government? "Canada is changing. We are getting things done

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1144343742617442152006-04-06T09:58:00.000-07:002006-04-06T10:15:42.753-07:00

Would someone please call CTV and tell them Stephen Harper is now the Prime Minister?Last night's CTV news broadcast had Lloyd Robertson repeatedly referring to the Prime Minister by name. In my opinion, this is incorrect and disrespectful. I've previously posted on this subject, and going to continue to do so until it is resolved.Consider this, back when Paul Martin was still the Prime

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1144266017659724092006-04-05T12:31:00.000-07:002006-04-05T12:40:17.673-07:00

Today's Question Period was so good, it should be called Answer Period!The Conservatives, while in opposition, made their performance in QP look easy, but after the Liberals dismal showing, clearly there's a trick to being in opposition. The Conservatives, especially Prime Minister Harper, did a fantastic job!"I don't think I've ever been accused of seducing anyone, even my wife." - Prime

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1144244177069282642006-04-05T06:06:00.000-07:002006-04-05T06:41:10.523-07:00

The Conservative Government is entering a critical time when Canadians will be watching their actions very closely. The Speech from the Throne marked the first occasion the general public had to 'kick the tires' of their new government. So far, it seems they like what they see - and for good reason.A good communications strategy will take into consideration every aspect of how the public will

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1144177455838682042006-04-04T11:59:00.000-07:002006-04-04T12:04:15.863-07:00

The Speech from the Throne will begin in approximately 34 minutes. Before wasting time waiting for the Speech to actually be delivered by the GG, I'm just going to go ahead and give it my wholehearted endorsement.I found the Speech to be visionary, spectatular and inspirational. A sharp contrast to those delivered by former Liberal govenrments.Congratulations!

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1144159061078232132006-04-04T06:24:00.000-07:002006-04-04T06:57:41.143-07:00

For years, I've heard about the dangers of bank card fraud, but never thought I would fall victim to the crime. I rarely use my bank card, because not often do I require cash. Even so, I have always protected my PIN and used only bank machines belonging to my bank, RBC.This past weekend, I attempted to get cash from a Royal Bank machine, but it would not process the transaction, instead giving me

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1143833687990137682006-03-31T11:27:00.000-08:002006-03-31T11:34:48.003-08:00

I admit when I saw the press photos of Prime Minister Harper in Cancun, I thought his wardrobe could use some improvement. Apparently, I wasn't alone. The columnist on style comments in today's Globe about his attire.Although this columnist does poke fun at the PM, she does make some solid comments and suggestions. The Prime Minister should have a stylist on retainer to handle all wardrobe

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1143745729755105732006-03-30T11:01:00.000-08:002006-03-30T11:08:49.766-08:00

Egads! The notoriously fiesty supermodel has once again landed herself in trouble. No word yet on what object was used to club her assistant. My guess would be something expensive. A Louis Vuitton handbag, perhaps?Model Naomi Campbell arrestedSupermodel Naomi Campbell has been arrested in New York on suspicion of assaulting her assistant. She was being held in police custody pending charges.

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1143641532069367862006-03-29T06:02:00.000-08:002006-03-29T06:18:58.503-08:00

I've seen my share of biased journalism, but today, Susan Riley takes the top prize. Her job as a columnist at the Ottawa Citizen may very well be impeding her ability to help the Liberal Party.I'm a fairly easygoing guy, so I respect people who have opinions that differ from my own. But, I cannot defend Sue's 'foaming at the mouth' column today. She opines, "[The Liberal Party] needs to defeat

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1143576325217948362006-03-28T11:53:00.000-08:002006-03-28T12:05:28.550-08:00

Now we're talking! Pam Anderson wants a meeting with the Prime Minister. Yes, she will be representing PETA, but who cares?After all, she is Canadian and she looks great in a halter top! Besides, is it not the job of the Prime Minister to represent the people of Canada? Would he not be representing every Canadian guy by meeting with her?

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1143411892582502112006-03-26T14:13:00.000-08:002006-03-26T14:24:52.596-08:00

The Toronto Star's James Travers is an idiot.In his Saturday column, he attempts to argue that Canada's reputation internationally protects Canadians from terriorists while travelling internationally. "Twice in 10 days, Canadian hostages have been freed, badly frightened but physically unharmed." He refers to two instances, the brief kidnapping of a Canadian in Gaza and the Canadian Christian

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1143133654419915592006-03-23T08:46:00.000-08:002006-03-23T09:07:37.333-08:00

Early today, two Canadian hostages Loney and Sooden were released in Iraq following a 'joint operation' of military forces. That's FANTASTIC news! Yahoo!But how is it that word got out that JTF2 forces were 'instrumental' with the release of the Canadian captives by being 'front and centre' in the operation? In the following CP story the Canadian government "source" does not comment on

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1142706634105757422006-03-18T10:19:00.000-08:002006-03-18T10:30:34.120-08:00

First Paul McCartney, now Brigitte Bardot. Does the opposition to our seal hunt know no end?For those not familar with the French film legend, this is her:Then: Now:Mon Dieu!

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1142446831917477712006-03-15T09:37:00.000-08:002006-03-15T10:20:37.470-08:00

Last evening, I was watching my political shows hosted by Newman and Duffy as per usual and could not help but be bothered by how people referred to the Prime Minister.Conservative Pundits! Erase from your vocabulary the words 'Stephen' and 'Harper'. Pundits should only make reference to the Prime Minister, as in, "The Prime Minister had two eggs over easy for breakfast this morning." I don't

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1142358522583878242006-03-14T09:37:00.000-08:002006-03-14T09:48:42.600-08:00

Toronto is known for two things: the CN Tower and an aversion to large snowfalls.Today, a Japanese television station revealed their plans to build the largest tower in the world. Their tower would stand at 1,980 feet, 165 feet taller than our beautiful phallic symbol.If we don't got the tallest tower, we don't got nothing! Since the Government of Canada owns this magnificent example of concrete

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1142287652718428552006-03-13T13:52:00.000-08:002006-03-13T14:09:53.520-08:00

When I woke up to see headlines about the Prime Minister's trip to Afghanistan, I can't say that I was surprised by the news. Avid readers of this blog will recall my earlier entry on the HUGE leak from the PMO regarding the trip.I am of two minds about the trip. I am very happy to see the PM give moral support to our troops and generally raise awareness about the important mission. My

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1142007402959838782006-03-10T08:10:00.000-08:002006-03-10T08:16:43.003-08:00

Well, the Blue Soapbox got it right with his entry comparing Neale News to Bourque. I had the exact same thought this morning. I used to be a big fan of Bourque, checking it throughout the work day. Not anymore though. Ever since I came across Neale News, I have been a big fan. It has a better layout, more updates and no commentary.This blog will no longer have a link to Pierre's site. Sorry

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1141931725917382482006-03-09T11:06:00.000-08:002006-03-09T11:15:25.930-08:00

...Because the tractor trailer carrying 'em flipped over on the 404, of course! Escaped chickens snarl Hwy. 404Mar. 9, 2006. 01:30 PMA number of live chickens were sprung loose from their cages this morning after a poultry transport truck tipped over on Highway 404 in Newmarket.The driver, who was unhurt in the accident, was on the Green Lane westbound on-ramp to Highway 404 southbound when the

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1141827082717234582006-03-08T05:42:00.000-08:002006-03-08T15:48:22.030-08:00

With only a few weeks until Parliament resumes (can't wait!), the Conservatives are busy getting their ducks in a row in order to move forward with their agenda. A hindrance they could do without are all the roadblocks set up by the former Liberal government.Most recently, the Ethics Commissioner has taken it upon himself to destroy his own good name. It's really a shame. He has demonstrated

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1141740672354188692006-03-07T05:58:00.000-08:002006-03-16T06:10:30.493-08:00

Well I've been waiting patiently for developments on the income trust scandal and it looks like law enforcement have a good lead.Good 'ol Scotty Brison felt it was appropriate to tell his friend in the financial industry about the impending "good news". A half-retarded, maladjusted son of a goat would know better than to leak such an important announcement. But then again, we're talking about an

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1141395377494910582006-03-03T06:03:00.000-08:002006-03-03T06:16:17.506-08:00

My adventure this week was purchasing a new television and my timing could not have been any better. My old TV, an RCA clunker, was nearly 15 years old and still worked like a charm. As of late, ol'Bessie was showing signs of distress by taking 5 minutes to warm up each time I turned on the television.So I decided after much pontification to get a 30" widescreen high-definition Samsung CRT

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1141309675177256842006-03-02T05:56:00.000-08:002006-03-02T06:27:55.206-08:00

Look at me, going ahead and stating the obvious by calling the darling heart of Alberta, King Ralph, a Liberal. It's sad, but true. He only uses the Conservative banner as a flag of political convenience. Do you honestly think he could lead the provincial Liberals to power? Not bloody likely.If you think about it, Klein has used every opportunity to degrade Harper at the most inopportune moments

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1140806509628914102006-02-24T10:15:00.000-08:002006-02-24T10:45:40.853-08:00

Admittedly, I don't know very much about VIP security, but I'm thinking it is probably a bad move to disclose the Prime Minister's travel plans to a dangerous and volatile region of the world."The Prime Minister's Office said Thursday that no official plans or dates have been set yet for a visit to Afghanistan, but several high-ranking sources in a pair of government departments, along with

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1140536714573724582006-02-21T07:27:00.000-08:002006-02-21T07:45:14.866-08:00

Further to my earlier blog entry:PRIME MINISTER'S OFFICE IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE NEW DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS The Chief of Staff to the Prime Minister, Ian Brodie, is pleased to announce that Sandra Buckler will be joining the Prime Minister's Office as Director of Communications effective Tuesday, February 21. "Sandra brings a wealth of communications experience to her new post. She has advised

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1140097098629491732006-02-16T05:28:00.000-08:002006-02-16T05:38:18.640-08:00

Who really is the boss of the Liberal shop? Tony Danza? With Martin making an attempt at a 'scathing attack' on Emerson, it makes you wonder who really is leading the Liberal Party. I thought Bill Graham was given the responsibility of leading the Liberal Party?Then again, with Graham making comments about his party's unwillingness to prop up the government, he very well may need help. If the

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1140044236532819722006-02-15T14:33:00.000-08:002006-02-15T14:57:16.550-08:00

Is it just me, or is the national media becoming REALLY annoying? Gloria Galloway, the Globe's media pitbull, is one of many among national journalists complaining about the availability of the Prime Minister to the media. Prime Minister Harper has not even been in office for two weeks yet, could it be he may be busy with other matters, like running a government?Journalists can be SO lazy. You

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1139579852066858972006-02-10T05:36:00.000-08:002006-02-10T05:57:32.083-08:00

Okay, I've tried my very best to shed the best light on the Conservative's selections for Cabinet and did my very best not to talk about the Parliamentary Secretary positions - but I can resist no longer.I don't know what fire the PMO was rushing to put out by announcing the ParlSecs so quickly, but it was obvious not a lot of thought went into the selections. The most glaring error was putting

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04520560902202196760noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19807650.post-1139322796459796812006-02-07T06:11:00.000-08:002006-02-07T06:33:16.476-08:00

Congratulations to the Conservative transition team on a job well done. Canadians have successfully transitioned from bitching about a Liberal government to a Conservative one. I never really quite realized how much we love to complain about their federal government until now. Yowsers!I am very impressed with Prime Minister Harper's Cabinet selections. David Emerson would have been a wasted

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The Superbowl may be this Sunday, but it will also be when select Conservative MPs will get the nod to make their way to Rideau Hall to be sworn in as a Cabinet member.Sports fans may have their fantasy football teams, but I much prefer a fantasy cabinet. I have not been able to assign a portfolio for all my picks, but my guess is they will make the real list in somehow. Here goes:British

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I don't mean to gloat, but I'm going to anyway.Avid readers of my blog will know that I correctly predicted the outcome of this election. I called either a minority or majority Conservative government. How do you like them apples?Stephen Harper becoming Prime Minister is probably this best thing to happen to this country in a very long while. Mark my words, in a few years time, Mr. Harper will be

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Former NDP Leader Alexa McDuh-nuh is officially outraged regarding Peter McKay's "sexist" comments regarding knitting. He used a common saying in a radio panel interview by advising Alexa to "stick to her knitting".As any good silver-spoon socialist politician would do, she feigned outrage at the comment and demanded an apology. Never one to shy away from reporting on a story that really isn't

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