I am not usually a fan of Rick Mercer and his brand of comedy. I find it’s become run-of-the-mill and very dry. You know things are bad when a comedian from the CBC are national broadcaster. Usually a liberal leaning network is making light how aloof and aristocratic you are. Then you should look in the mirror and know you have an image problem with the Canadian public. Ignatieff’s Achilles like failure with communicating issues to the average Canadian will still be a weakness going into the next election.
Tim Hudak only leader willing to stand up against banning of UFC
Tim Hudak yesterday was very vocal about the banning of the UFC The leader of the progressive conservative party saying that UFC could bring jobs to Ontario .” McGuinty seems more interested in banning things — like candy in schools and pit bulls — than he is concerned with bringing tourism dollars to Toronto and Ontario. ” By taking a stance on the UFC . hopefully the Conservatives can attract more young and non-traditional support to the Tory fold.
Harper promises to use lead role in G8 to hold Iran to account
On Wednesday Stephen Harper made a statement saying Canada is committed to holding Iran to account and trying to curb their nuclear ambitions. Harper went on to say that his government would work with other governments to impose sanctions on Iran if needed. The growing fear among many Western nations is that Iran’s nuclear ambitions will destabilize an already factious Middle East. Furthermore it seems all major Western governments are taking the actions by Iran very seriously and responding accordingly. As well this is another example of the government’s change in tone on issues of international concern. Recently The conservative government Was lauded for its position against the human rights abuses in China.. As well the Harper government has been a strong advocate and supporter of the state of Israel . This change in outlook when it comes to foreign affairs is one of the substantial difference between the conservatives and previous Liberal’s administrations. No longer does Canada sit on the sidelines when it comes to their own international affairs. Now the world knows Where Canada stands On issues Of Foreign affairs.