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23 seconds of liking Jack Layton

Posted on April 22, 2009 by Chris Tindal

Various blog rumours: “Jack Layton may lend support to Stephen Harper’s government in exchange for a referendum on proportional representation.” (yay!) Robert Silver at globeandmail.com: “If this rumour is true then it is the first move Jack Layton has made … Continue reading →

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A prediction

Posted on December 18, 2008 by Chris Tindal

I have acquired a huge backlog of things to write about, which ironically is more paralyzing than enabling. All sorts of drafts and re-writes are rolling around in my head, and I hope to have this blog up and running … Continue reading →

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Without Precedent

Posted on September 8, 2008 by Chris Tindal

The criteria for inclusion in the leaders’ debate is completely arbitrary. The system to decide who gets equal treatment has never been clear, transparent, accountable, or democratic. And yet, the Green Party played along and met all of the criteria … Continue reading →

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A Future Voice

Posted on January 12, 2008 by Chris Tindal

(To download or print this letter as a PDF, click here.)  Last June our Member of Parliament, the Hon. Bill Graham, stood in the House of Commons to announce his resignation. As a result, a by-election has been called for … Continue reading →

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