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Monthly Archives: November 2010
Galloway Speaks
When George Galloway’s Canadian speaking tour ends in Ottawa on Saturday, November 27, thousands of Canadians will have heard the former British MP speak on Palestine, Afghanistan and free speech. Not so last year. Galloway was supposed to come to … Continue reading
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Breeding Malevolent Volunteers in Manitoba
In addition to the claim that heavy oil is like peanut butter, an ongoing ad campaign by the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers features employees who say comforting things about lakes, streams, farms and forests. Greenwashing by the biotechnology industry … Continue reading
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As Stephen said to Michael…
“The government’s position could not be clearer. Whether we get asked about it this week, or last week or next week, we passed a motion in Parliament in 2008, and Canada’s military mission in Afghanistan will end in 2011.” Prime … Continue reading
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We don’t need Veolia
Last May, Winnipeg city council voted for a 30-year, $661 million contract with the French multinational Veolia for the construction and management of two waste water treatment plants. The deal will also create a municipal corporation, up to 49% of … Continue reading
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Socialism in the colonies
This week CBC news reported that Manitoba companies are asking the provincial government to end business advantages enjoyed by Hutterites. Hutterite colonies don’t pay wages to their members. Because they don’t pay wages, they also don’t pay Workers Compensation premiums. … Continue reading
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Welcome to Mud and Water
Welcome to Mud and Water, a new site on progressive thought and the environment based in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
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