Manitoba’s government criticized as socialist in column
The writer argues Manitoba politics show socialist tendencies with calls for government solutions. They criticize PST increases, forced municipal amalgamation, and anti-bullying bills, note delays in budgets, and urge proven limits on spending while favoring private investment and local private energy options.
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Winnipeg
Senate doubts and RCMP probes threaten Canadian trust
The piece argues the appointed Senate represents under represented groups and serves as a check on government, but recent expense scandals involving Senators Mike Duffy Pamela Wallin Mark Harb and Patrick Brazeau have eroded public faith. It notes their backgrounds in journalism and politics and questions whether unelected senators can hold elected governments to account. The investigations risk prompting a broader push for change in the institution.
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