Sochi Games show wasteful costs and future reuse concerns
The article argues the Sochi Olympics were the costliest Winter Games, with expensive venues that may waste away after use. It links corruption criticisms to ongoing maintenance questions and compares to Sarajevo and other host cities, urging reflection on consumerism and Lent column series on Jesus' teachings.
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A Search for a Missing Book and Recycled Remnants
The narrator roams stacks and basements hunting for a elusive booklet while tidying shelves and files. He reflects on a household of readers, finds addresses and hymn books, returns borrowed volumes, and ends with doubt about locating the desired item.
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March Hope Amid Cold Readings and Hard Times
The piece reflects on March bringing weather relief after persistent cold and notes that for some, the month brings bleak prospects like stagnant grain and mounting bills. It also speaks to health struggles, aging, and faith, urging readiness to meet God as Jesus offers the way to the Father.
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Letters Deficit Worse Than Reported
The column argues Manitoba's 2013-14 deficit will exceed the 2013 projection, with expenses running higher than 2012 budget forecasts. It highlights revenue slightly above expectations but says spending consistently tops budgets, ballooning debt toward 30.3 billion while promising restraint seems unlikely.
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Selinger
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Canadian Taxpayers Federation
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