Canadian government’s contemptible role in provoking current Ukraine crisis
Yves Engler reviews evidence of “Canada’s significant role in stoking the divisions within Ukraine that have contributed to today’s crisis.” — No 2818 by fw, February 25, 2022 — Moscow’s bombing … Continue reading
In matters of foreign affairs, CBC reporters have learned to do what government bosses expect of them
When Ottawa and Washington are promoting Ukrainian membership in NATO, the CBC does not push a contrarian narrative. — No 2817 by fw, February 23, 2022 — In numerous recent articles … Continue reading
Canada’s Charter Rights reveal truckers’ misinformed allegations are “deeply lacking in merit”
Despite truckers’ rallying “Fuck Trudeau” cry, he has little jurisdiction over their demands, and has become a symptom of irrational extremism. — No 2815 by fw, February 11, 2022 — “Prior … Continue reading
Convincing evidence reveals that electric cars will NOT be good for us or the planet
Tyee journalist Andrew Nikiforuk proposes a path towards an improved quality of life with fewer vehicles and drivers. — No 2814 by fw, January 29, 2022 — “Fifty years ago, … Continue reading
Angry truckers protesting Ottawa’s vaccine mandate told to “grow up and get vaccinated”
Radical Western separatist elements raise millions with GoFundMe campaign for anti-vaccine truckers. — No 2813 by fw, January 24, 2022 — “An online fund-raising campaign organized by a person associated … Continue reading
President Biden bungles the longest presidential press conference ever
He failed to connect with the people and blew a chance to promote his key agenda items to a myopic media, says Ralph Nader — No 2812 by fw, January … Continue reading
New report outlines how Canada’s top CEOs raked in “boundless bonuses” in 2020
The report recommends five policy solutions to tackle extreme wealth inequality. — No 2810 by fw, January 10, 2022 — “Every year we [Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives] examine trends … Continue reading
“The dream of a smooth energy transition is little more than a comforting shared illusion” – Pt. 2 of 2
Moreover, says Dr. William Rees, even if it were possible, it would not solve climate change and would exacerbate the real existential threat facing society, namely overshoot. — No 2809 … Continue reading
“The dream of a smooth energy transition is little more than a comforting shared illusion” – Pt. 1 of 2
Moreover, says Dr. William Rees, even if it were possible, it would not solve climate change and would exacerbate the real existential threat facing society, namely overshoot. — No 2808 … Continue reading
Biden’s ill-conceived virtual “Summit for Democracy” reflects misunderstanding of “democracy”
The U.S. should start with the reconstruction of its own democracy before preaching to others. — No 2806 by fw, December 12, 2021 — My synopsis of key ideas Professor … Continue reading
Don’t blame capitalism. Capitalism itself isn’t “bad”; it’s the effects that are bad. — Nate Hagens
Capitalism has allowed us to throw a two-century party – We trashed the place, drank the booze, burned the furniture — It’s time to wake up, act like adults, and … Continue reading
Although the exposure of corporate wrongdoing has soared in the US, calls for action are muted. How come?
Ralph Nader finds answers in his comparison of government responses to writings in the 1960s with reactions to today’s tomes. –— No 2803 by fw, December5, 2021 — Summary of … Continue reading
Humans are doomed to go extinct — and soon, says paleontologist, evolutionary biologist
“Habitat degradation, low genetic variation and declining fertility are setting Homo sapiens up for collapse.” — No 2802 by fw, December 3, 2021 — “As a paleontologist, I take the … Continue reading
Blaming fossil fuel companies and taxpayer subsidies is easy but misguided, says Nate Hagens
“We are vastly underpaying for fossil hydrocarbons, given what they do for us, and given what their widespread use is doing to the biosphere.” — No 2801 by fw, November … Continue reading
Stan Cox’s new book charts “A Path to a Livable Future”
Does humanity have the time and savvy to make the transition, asks Don Fitz, the book’s reviewer? — No 2799 by fw, November 21, 2021 — My Synopsis of Don … Continue reading
Canada is in the midst of a deadly COVID-19 upsurge, or on the brink of one
“Learn to live with the virus,” advises right-wing government leaders across Canada, implying the worst of the pandemic is over. — No 2798 by fw, November 16, 2021 — “Canada … Continue reading
George Monbiot champions wealth taxes on ultra-rich as best way to prevent environmental collapse
Why do we tolerate the massive environmental impacts of the very rich? Most of our dysfunctions are caused by pandering to the rich. — No 2797 by fw, November 14, … Continue reading
“We cannot expect COP-26 to address the human eco-predicament,” declares William Rees
Rees outlines two fundamental barriers that will prevent deep and rapid change proposals emerging from COP-26. No 2792 by fw, October 29, 2021 — “Do not expect significant progress from … Continue reading
In defending Israel, Trudeau is criticized for equating far left groups with far right
By equating the two groups, Trudeau is, in effect, defending Israel’s violent, colonial apartheid practices against Palestinians. — No 2791 by fw, October 28, 2021 — “The far right and … Continue reading
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