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In the early months of 2012, abortion and same-sex marriage suddenly leaped onto the front pages of Canadian political news. In late December 2011, Conservative backbencher Steven Woodworth announced plans to propose a motion to study when human life begins,…Read More→
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By the time you are reading this, the federal NDP will be in the final stretch of its leadership race. I can’t give up-to-the-minute commentary here, but I want to offer some thoughts about the past, present and future relationship…Read More→
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We recently heard about the state of emergency in the aboriginal community of Attawapiskat. Many of its residents live in unsafe and inadequate homes, and with winter approaching the situation looked especially bleak. News headlines screamed the tragic facts, while…Read More→
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The Conservative government’s omnibus crime bill was the main item on the legislative agenda last fall and is likely to pass the House of Commons by the time you read this. Bill C-10 (the “Safe Streets and Communities Act”) covers…Read More→
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Have you heard of the “big society”? In policy wonk circles this phrase has been in vogue for the last couple of years (not coincidentally while governments face looming deficits and tough decisions). Originating from British Prime Minister David Cameron,…Read More→
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Should Christians get involved in politics? That’s a long-argued question, although it’s usually framed as running for office and openly identifying yourself as a Christian. But there are many other ways to get involved in politics as a Christian, even…Read More→
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The sad passing of Jack Layton this summer led to a remarkable outpouring of affection across the political spectrum. Now that Parliament has resumed, many hope this goodwill can be turned into a new approach to politics. Our politicians often…Read More→