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My thoughts: What struck me most about this article was the part about voter apathy. People not participating in elections are neglecting our democracy. We have a chance to give our input and regularly we don’t do anything. I think … Continue reading →

This article mainly made me consider whether or not televised debates between the leaders are key to the democratic process. I haven’t yet come to a conclusion on this question but if I conclude that they are I will be … Continue reading →

My thoughts: as we have learnt in class a non-partisan bureaucracy is a key part of responsible government. I was surprised ot find out that the Government didn’t already have a system in place to ensure that an appointment was … Continue reading →

My thoughts: I like that Christy Clark seems to be pretty even in her negative and positive opinions of the previous Premier and his work. Keeping the cabinet fairly siminlar does help with stability but being honest about the downfalls … Continue reading →

My thoughts: This articles brings up several issues. Although everybody has been expecting an election the preparation of a campaign is seen to show the expectation in the budget not going through. Also, at the rate that the Conservative party … Continue reading →

  B.C. Liberals chop 6,000 names from membership list JUSTINE HUNTER VICTORIA— From Tuesday’s Globe and Mail Published Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2011 9:02PM EST Last updated Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2011 7:23PM EST Just days before BC Liberals choose their next … Continue reading →

Which came first, the Liberal or NDP line on pensions? Jane Taber Michael Ignatieff stood up in Question Period Wednesday and sounded like Jack Layton. “When will the Prime Minister stop lining up behind banks and insurance companies and start … Continue reading →

Gary Mason Stifling debate may suit the BC Liberal party, but it doesn’t help voters GARY MASON | Columnist profile | E-mail Prince George, B.C.— Globe and Mail Update Published Thursday, Feb. 03, 2011 3:26PM EST The Liberal leadership candidates … Continue reading →

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Thursday, January 27, 2011 3:34 PM EST Would Tories use an Ignatieff clip out of context? ‘Yes! Yes! Yes!’ Jane Taber Talk about a quick turnover. The Tories have added a new meme to their stable of TV attacks – … Continue reading →