Simple actions strengthen democracy in everyday life
Emeritus professor Wolfgang Linden argues small, research based actions can bolster democracy. He cites voting as a habit built through family participation and first time voters, plus bridging social gaps through diverse hobbies, workplace diversity, and joining advocacy groups like Participedia. The piece urges practical steps over heroic acts to counter democratic fatigue.
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Opportunity in policy chaos driven by greed and markets
The piece argues tariff chaos by President Trump and oligarchs creates stock market volatility and insider opportunities in shorting. It discusses legal costs and losses attributed to Trump over a decade, mentions Elon Musk, and warns the SEC to watch insider trading. Peter Andre Globensky, ex Canadian policy official, is cited.
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Seniors Seek Clear Aims on Aging at Home and Policy Lane
A reader, 83, urges federal provincial municipal leaders to choose a lane on aging in place versus selling homes. She describes renting part of her house to stay, retirement pressures, and a disputed tenancy order from the Ontario Landlord Tenant Board, calling for coherent government policy.
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Thunder Bay Council Absent Voters Urged to Act
A Thunder Bay resident criticizes council members and the mayor for abstaining on key issues. The writer argues every member must vote, calling for removing abstainers to ensure decisive leadership and accountability.
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