2017-01-05 00:31
A lot of people believe joining a political party means getting together and advancing policies and ideas that they collectively believe in.The truth is - the more important part about joini… Read More
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A blog about progressive Canadian politics from a former Progressive Conservative, now Liberal.
2016-11-23 19:26
There are a lot of people out applauding Pickering City Council's decision to appoint rather than hold a by-election to fill the vacant Ward 3 council seat because - as the argument goes - h… Read More
2016-06-26 18:52
I'm expanding on a Facebook rant I went on.From Facebook.One of the tenets of a strong democracy, is a loud vocal opposition. So, I say this to the Remainers ...The leaders of Leave campaign… Read More
2016-04-03 15:55
The big news is the public announcement of the proposed changes to the Liberal Party constitution (via National Newswatch):The proposal, adopted Saturday by the party's national board d… Read More
2016-04-02 18:04
Via, the Independent, How the right to deny the existence of God is under threat globally:Atheists and humanists are increasingly being targeted as distinct minorities in “hate ca… Read More
2016-03-19 18:53
As you're probably aware, the conservative elite have gathered in Ottawa for the Manning Centre conference on being super-duper conservatives. During the conference, Carleton University… Read More
2016-03-19 18:53
I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Liberal Party of Canada for accrediting me to cover their biennial convention in Montreal. As both a delegate and a blogger, I enjoyed myse… Read More
2016-03-19 18:53
Another priority resolution I'm interested in following is Resolution 159 - Fracking.There is some conjecture that the reason the federal Conservative government is keen on developing the ai… Read More
2016-03-19 18:53
Brian is well known to many members of the Liberal Party. He has toured the country delivering electoral district association training. His message is to build strong riding associations to… Read More
2015-10-26 17:28
Unadulterated arrogance was the reason for the NDP election loss - and it`s on full display in this article. They point to everyone else but themselves for their loss.Craig Scott, who was de… Read More
2015-07-25 13:58
Today, I'm heading out to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the founding of Progressive Bloggers - hoisting a few jars with some great bloggers, blog readers, and political activists. I… Read More
2015-01-23 17:00
In partnership with Ontario Greenbelt Alliance, Land Over Landings presents a Town Hall Meeting to expose the threats to Ontario's Greenbelt.January 28th - 7 - 9 pm, Brougham Town Hall, Brou… Read More
2015-01-23 17:00
In partnership with Ontario Greenbelt Alliance, Land Over Landings presents a Town Hall Meeting to expose the threats to Ontario's Greenbelt.January 28th - 7 - 9 pm, Brougham Town Hall, Brou… Read More
2015-01-23 14:07
Pickering-Uxbridge will be holding the Liberal Party nomination on January 29th at the Pickering Recreation Complex [meeting notice, PDF]. There are three contestants seeking the nomination… Read More
2015-01-13 00:24
It's not often that two of my favourite things collide, but somebody got politics in my beer and beer in my politics.People who know me, know that I enjoy trying and sampling new beer. I lik… Read More
2015-01-12 15:09
Canada's veterans rejoiced when Julian Fantino was finally booted from Veterans Affairs on January 5.Mr. Fantino was replaced by Durham Conservative MP, Erin O'Toole. Ostensibly, a sound pic… Read More
2015-01-02 00:23
Conservatives have continuously let down veterans since coming to power.We've since learned that the Conservative Party let $1.1 billion (with a 'B') lapse in veteran funding. Essentially, V… Read More
2015-01-01 17:47
I almost say it every year so I'm going to do it again.I resolve to blog more.With Twitter and Facebook, I can quickly get my thoughts out really quick - opening the vent as it were. I think… Read More
2014-10-02 20:00
I went on a bit of a tear today on Twitter in support of mandatory voting, spurred somewhat by the discussion happening at the Canada 2020 conference in Ottawa.Voter participation in Canadia… Read More
2014-08-06 00:18
Land Over Landings have posted a petition to tell Stephen Harper to stop the Pickering airport development citing the following points.Building an unneeded airport is an inexcusable waste of… Read More
2014-08-05 13:06
In the upcoming municipal election, the city of Oshawa will have a ballot question asking voters whether the city should return to the ward system - that is, electing councillors based upon… Read More
2014-08-04 13:43
It's an exciting day to be a Liberal and to be a Liberal blogger. If you're at all familiar with Canadian political blogging, then you recognize Jason Cherniak's name.I've met Jason several… Read More
2014-07-30 23:03
It's no surprise that I'm supporting John Henry for re-election as Mayor of Oshawa. He's an incredible mayor.New jobs, new industries, new development, a growing economy, home to great retai… Read More
2014-07-26 22:17
I do not often blog about Brant politics, but when I do, it's to support Danielle Takacs and her bid to secure the Liberal nomination in the riding.Danielle is a community leader and a passi… Read More
2014-07-11 02:45
On October 27, all of Ontario's municipalities will hold elections to elect (or re-elect) mayors, councillors, and school trustees. In order to vote in the election, you must meet the two "s… Read More
2014-07-10 02:18
This September, the Liberal Party of Canada (Ontario) will hold its general meeting in Markham, Ontario. I have submitted my intent to stand as a delegate. The Liberal brand is strong in Can… Read More
2014-06-13 01:00
[This is a scheduled blog post]This was my original prediction for tonight's election results. We'll see how well I did! Read More
2014-05-15 13:05
As we've previously reviewed on this blog, the Harper Government™ and their treatment of Canada's veterans is nothing short of disgusting. To suggest that the Conservative Minister for… Read More
2014-04-30 21:27
Congratulations are in order for fellow blogger, Nancy Leblanc, who will be the Ontario Liberal candidate for the riding of Parkdale-High Park in the next provincial election. Her nomination… Read More
2014-02-21 14:37
Yesterday, the convention opened with a conversation about the economy between Toronto Centre MP Chystia Freeland and Larry Summers. An interesting discussion about the importance of the hea… Read More
2014-02-20 20:51
I have begun posting some photos to the Progressive Bloggers site and more will be coming through the weekend. They'll stream automatically as they get added Read More
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