Miller names Poirier as associate editor
J. W. Bud Miller, production manager, announces Alan Poirier as associate editor in the newsroom staffing update.
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Newspaper
Medicine Hat News
Location
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Date
Dec 03, 1981
Page
4
J. W. Bud Miller, production manager, announces Alan Poirier as associate editor in the newsroom staffing update.
The spontaneous singing of O Canada followed the House of Commons vote on constitutional reform, with MPs approving Liberal resolution 246 by 246 to 24. The piece notes mixed emotions, absence of Quebec support, and the hope that unity and wisdom will guide Canada through future challenges.
Statistics Canada signals a looming severe recession with GNP down 4 percent annualized in the latest quarter, worsened by high interest rates and weak consumer demand. The piece blames Finance Minister Allan MacEachen for mismanagement, budget excess taxes, and urges his resignation to restore economic stability.
President Reagan finally endorses nuclear arms control with the Soviets, proposing to delay U.S. missiles in Europe in exchange for the dismantling of Soviet missiles in West Europe. European unease grows as the Soviet propaganda and anti nuke activism rise, testing NATO cohesion and public opinion across the Atlantic.
Mike Royko argues Reagan's defense binge is imprudent and wasteful. He cites costly MX missiles and bomber programs, warns of higher taxes and cuts to public services, and notes experts doubt the need for massive arms spending. He ends with a quip about insomnia and presidential ideas.
Montreal voices rage as Canada's proposed constitution challenges Quebec language rules. Anglophone speakers accuse Trudeau of inadequacy while PQ critics fear Bill 101 may be undermined. The dispute centers on English education rights for children of English speaking Quebec residents and cross provincial implications.
Allan Fotheringham notes a split public and government over constitutional squabbles and a Westward surge of energy. He highlights Edmonton’s rising NHL success led by Gretzky, the Eskimos’ Grey Cup run, and Alberta dominance in university sports, framing regional vigor against Ottawa delay.
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