Returning to Alberta reveals a distinct culture filled with depth, purpose, and a strong sense of community.
Glad to be Alberta bound
The Trump factor changes the entire equation
Imagine a province taking a small step towards separation now, floating a trial balloon or holding a conference to consider the idea.
Justin Trudeau saved his worst for his last
There are many candidates for his worst moments. Black faced dancing, stuffing socks in his pants, and Indian dress-up were not enough. Announcing that Canada was a meaningless post-national state fell short of the mark. Lecturing senior world leaders on…
Alarm Bells Ringing, Pierre Poilievre’s Vision
Edmund Burke said a statesman is one who hears the alarm and finds the remedy for popular discontent. Pierre Poilievre has heard the alarm in Canada and has presented the remedy for popular discontents. Axe the Tax. Build the Homes. …
Calgary Water Woes
The blame for a Calgary water main break in a pipe deep underground cannot be laid at the feet of a current mayor.
Exposing the Divide: UNC’s New Definition of DEI
Why DIE instead of DEI? UNC-Chapel Hill challenges traditional views with a new perspective on Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity.
Witnessing History in Action
Palestinian Parades, a casual observation. I am a child of the 1970s. The first protest I organized was in high school, and we marched to support our demands for a smoking area. We had several marches after that to raise…
Forgive Us Our Sins
How did someone write a reconciliation report and not have a chapter on forgiveness? In my experience, forgiveness is part of reconciliation. It might be acceptance of what happened, he shoplifted. I accept that. Or it might be a higher…
The Pillaging of Western Canada
Andy appeared on Aaron Gunn’s documentary Fractured Nation: The Pillaging of Western Canada
Rule of Law
The grandeur of the ‘law’ has been replaced with micromanaging rules. And the rule of law, adherence to grand principles of civility has been replaced with mere compliance