One Card World Risks Loss of Banking Choice
Bank of Montreal executive Bill Harker questions the shift toward Visa and MasterCard dominance as TD Scotiabank and others seek dual-card offerings. The piece notes potential merger talks between Visa and MasterCard, the spread of ATMs, and a move toward cashless systems, warning of reduced competition and possible consumer gouging.
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Bank of Montreal
Bill Harker
Marc Lalonde
John Turner
Visa
MasterCard
Harker
TD Bank
U.S
Td’s
Peter
Rahmer
Scotiabank
Charles Russell
Canada Trust
States
Master Visa
Reesies Amblings on Smoking Ban and Diana News
An aviation note reports Air Maritime bans smoking on all flights. The week features multiple mentions of Diana including Hurricane Diana in the USA and Princess Diana birth news in London. A study claims beef originated from North African cattle. Canada and Wayne Gretzky are highlighted for dual Cup victories in a single year.
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Air Maritime
Eastern Provincial Airways
Diana
USA
North Carolina
London
England
Princess of Wales
Prince William
Liberal Blue Shift and Turner's Patronage Dilemma
A reflective assessment of the 1984 Canadian election argues the outcome was prefigured by Liberal arrogance and the revolt for change. It critiques Trudeau’s government, Turner’s leadership signals, patronage issues, and Mulroney’s counterplay amid debates and polling dynamics.
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Pierre Trudeau
Liberal Party
Trudeau
John Turner
Turner
Marc Lelonde
Bank of Canada
Gerald Bouey
Brian Mulroney
Bryce Mackasey
Ed Broadbent
Mulroney
Bill Lee
Keith Davey
Martin Goldfarb
Walter Gordon
Davey
Mike Pearson
Liberals
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