Absolute Power in the Hands of Just One Man

Frances Russell - National Newswatch

There is only one word to describe Party Of One, award-winning journalist Michael Harris’ massive and powerfully written biography of Canada’s 22nd prime minister. Story here.

Harper depiction by P in P

Controversial French Scientist Defends GMO Research

The Western Producer

Regina, SK - French scientist Gilles-Éric Séralini says attempts to discredit him and his research into GMOs and pesticides are negated by the fact his work continues. Story here.

Alberta Says Farm Weather Disaster up to $589M in Crop Hail Insurance Payouts

By: The Canadian Press

EDMONTON - Extreme weather has prompted Alberta to declare this year an agricultural economic disaster, paving the way for up to $589 million in crop and hail insurance payments to producers. Story here.

Freedom Isn't Free, Someone Had to Pay For it.

Remembrance Day - a Poem Submitted by John Fefchak,  a Veteran.  (CWO retired) Virden, MB (below).   ======== He was getting old and paunchy And his hair was falling fast, And he sat around the Legion, Telling stories of the past.

Union of Federal Scientists, Professionals to Campaign Against Harper Tories

The Canadian Press

OTTAWA - The union representing scientists and other professionals in the federal public service is abandoning its tradition of neutrality in elections to actively campaign against Prime Minister Stephen Harper. Details here.

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