Tolerance and disagreement in Canadian politics debated
A writer argues tolerance is selective in politics, citing MPs Rob Merrifield Scott Reid Cheryl Gallant and Randy White who faced backlash for non mainstream views. The piece notes their election victories and calls for open debate and democracy to resolve differing opinions.
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Rob Merrifield
Yellowhead
Alberta
Scott Reid
Lanark-Frontenac-Lennox-Addington
Ontario
Cheryl Gallant
Renfrew-Nippissing-Pembroke
Randy White
Abbotsford
Canada
Training future leaders at the polls in Canada
A commentary on Election Day commitment and voter apathy in Canada 60.1% turnout, praising teachers and parents who bring children to polling stations to observe the process. It emphasizes teaching by example and the need for civic participation for future voters. It cites St. Paul Titus 2 to stress values and living by them.
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Elections Canada
Canada
Confederation
Gr. 5
Hazel M. Kellington
Neepawa
St. Paul
Titus
Crete
Grandma Running Surprises on School Trip Outing
A reflective piece on aging features a grandmotherly narrator who notices changes in herself while chaperoning a Brandon trip. She recalls a Winnipeg Symphony performance with Neepawa dancers and ends with a child’s sharp quip about her grand motherly pace as they load the bus.
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Brandon
University
Winnipeg Symphony
Uni
Neepawa