Tag Archives: Rick Mercer

Go Ahead and Cross the Floor MPs. Just Ask First

A Facebook page and on-line petition encouraging Conservative MPs to switch party affiliation is just another example of two wrongs not making a right — no matter how much they want it to be. Party flopping is fine — as long as you give your electorate the chance to approve or reject the change. Continue reading

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Time, Support Required to Make Mercer’s Rant a Reality

While Rick Mercer’s rant about the importance for gay people in positions of influence to come out of the closet makes sense, it’s a huge step for many — and one that will take time and societal support to make a reality. Continue reading

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Pair Vote, Vote Mob Misguided Solutions to a Bigger Problem

Why Pair Vote and London’s Vote Mobs are simply diverting time, effort, and attention away from where it should be placed in this federal election — creating an informed electorate. Continue reading

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