Teaching hope and democracy in troubled times
Joel Westheimer argues that sustaining youth engagement in civic action requires redefining hope, acknowledging setbacks, framing participation as ongoing practice, and modeling steadfast commitment. He cites educators and thinkers like Vaclav Havel, Howard Zinn, Rosa Luxemburg, and Holly Near to emphasize resilience, collective purpose, and long term justice work. The Conversation piece notes global democratic erosion and urges practical, hopeful education.
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Letters criticize PC non attendance at candidates meeting
The letter condemns the Progressive Conservative party for skipping an all candidates meeting held February 20 at Confederation College. It notes the event, organized by Thunder Bay groups, offered space to all parties but only Liberals and NDP candidates attended. The author praises those who participated and urges voters to consider the PC stance when voting.
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Stephen Margarit
Thunder Bay-Atikokan
Brian Hamilton
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Judith Montieth-Farrell
Lise Vaugeois
Privilege Over Scrutiny in Thunder Bay Conservative Forum
A Thunder Bay provincial election forum drew criticism as two Conservative candidates Kev in Holland and Rick Dumas were absent. Holland did not respond to media questions and Dumas said his party chose not to participate in forums or debates, prompting voters to consider which candidates value public scrutiny and open debate.
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Rebate funds unused amid Thunder Bay addiction crisis
A critic argues that Ontario policy under Premier Doug Ford worsens drug addiction by closing safe injection sites and delaying treatment. The piece condemns wasteful spending, citing $612 million for beer liberalization and $3 billion in election cash, urging voters to oppose Ford to redirect funds to health care and addiction services.
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Voters judge premiership on Ford record in Thunder Bay
Thunder Bay voters hear concerns about Premier Ford actions including rail car content cuts from 25 to 10 percent, hospital bed shifts under Better Care Act, higher hospital daily charges, US style judges, eye exam frequency changes, and a $200 election bribe in 2022. Critics cite auditor general findings on northern highway funding.
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Ontario drives policy sparks aging rights debate
A Chronicle Journal reader condemns Ontario policy suspending licenses after a fender bender for drivers 70 and older. The letter urges consider driving history and health, warns seniors lose independence, and calls for a balanced point system before actions harm lives.
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