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Or more immediately, Obama might tick off just enough people with remarks against him that Hillary gets the nomination.  Really, there is no smart thing for Obama to say about Nader at this point.  Better to just smile and ignore him.

So what? The Chinese recently shot down one of their satellites. It's ok if the "bad guys" do it but it's not ok if Uncle Sam does it?

Or perhaps only saying what we are allowed to say..... ;) As one civvie to another - Welcome Ritchie. Hope you learn as much as I have from these great people!  :)

Sorry Baden, It was probably an unfair comment. It's probably more appropriate to blame the way the budgetary process works and the level of government funding. Mismanagement  is what is wrong - and it occurs in private healthcare too. The difference is that denial of patient care has...

Baden, So sad, but there are two thoughts that occur....... The first and obvious. This is a case where the system is being managed to death. Thank an MHA. >:D Second and parhaps a little cold. If you take the flip side of her argument and consider the many more people who are or would be...

I have seen some evidence of this.  An early example was to amend the "Tainted blood" settlement to include many who were excluded by Alan Rock's crass lawyering. Alan Rock offended my "Canadian values" right down to my socks with that one. As opposed to the Liberals sense of entitlement? Their...

Since there will be an election before 2011 but not neccesarily before 2009 we can "back burner" this for now. If Harper wins a majority, He'll do as he wants.(amid howls of protest) If Harper loses, 2011 is better than before 2011. It isn't honest - It's politics  ;D

As a civilian I regret that you would be treated that way. The military is a public service like the Police, Fire Dept and even teachers. Teachers who suggest that the military deserves less respect than other public servants simply do not know what they are talking about. By all means, tell...

I don't know where else to put this...... Did anyone see last night Inside The Mission panel on the National last night. There was a panel of three and Peter Mansbridge. Sally Armstrong - Authour and film maker. Lewis MacKenzie - you KNOW who he is. and of course Steven Staples. I was...

When there is bleating from the left that we should make our efforts in the war on terrorism more international - this is the big payoff. India and Canada are dealing with Sikh terrorism and Islamist terrorism. India is also a counterbalance to Iran in that region and the Islamist elements in...

I think you keep wise company. ;) If one were to cast aspersions one might say there is some reverse racism attached to it. I don't think color should be an issue but I'm not naive enough to think that it won't be. Just as GWB didn't quite fit the mold that was cast for him when he became...

I disagree. Obama provides a novelty factor. Someone new instead of someone old. It's easier to invoke the spirit of JFK and return to the mythilogical 60s than to peddle a "steady as she goes" choice.

Obviously looking to get away with a cheap shot like; War is bad for human health... ;D

Well, if we can't count on Pakistan... ::) Can you imagine the manpower resources? I wonder if an agreement to agree ( with India ) on Afghanistan will make Pakistan a better ally or a worse one?  That is, will Pakistan cooperate with India (on Afghanistan) or will they become difficult?

Thanks for jumping in Phelan. I have German relatives, but from before the war. Your remark about GWB and Iraq is probably the most troubling as it's a tough one to argue around. Anyway, it's nice to get some perspective from you.

In the civvie world we call this MBWA. Management by walking around has been proven effective in many cases.  ;D

I was thinking the same. I believe there's an oppurtunity here for those who know, to speak up. Bash off a letter to the editor? Perhaps two? As this paper is in the Sun chain it has to be short. Something like;  CIDA bad. Worthington GOOD.  ;D

Interesting news! Have the Americans given up on Mr M. ? Or is it just easier to beg forgivness?

Sorry Gap, Your perspective isn't obvious to those of us who don't share your experience.

Since ( I fear ) there is a danger of this history repeating itself. What she desribes as the formation of her opinion by media is an important cautionary tale.