Ted shines in this article. We have the principal benefit from Mr. Lougheed’s reign, lets use the damn thing – the “notwithstanding clause” – and get the public service under control. So now is the time for Alberta to use…
Please Don’t Feed the Animals – A Lesson from Alberta to Alberta
This statement tells you a lot about our government and our culture and is provided by a good friend: Alberta Provincial Social Services (welfare) is proud to be distributing this year the greatest amount of money ever. Meanwhile, Alberta Parks,…
Ralph and Rod – R&R
Ralph Klein and Rod Love were an unparalleled political team who did more good than the already great acknowledgements. Superlatives are simply not adequate. Not only did they create great political dynamic and fiscal dynamic but their leadership transitioned to…
Analysis of Alberta By-Elections
This is my personal post-election analysis of the PC sweep of by-elections. Normally, by-elections are not viewed as a measure of popularity. They are incidental. This, however, was framed, (I think incorrectly,) as a major battle between Wildrose and the…
Remembering Ralph Klein
This is a melancholy week for all taxpayers in Alberta. Ralph Klein passed away a year ago this week. We can only live in hope that another like him arises in the days to come. Perhaps our hopes are pinned…