Public service ethics debate spirals over swastika jacket incident
A controversial letter argues resignations should extend to numerous political figures from Quebec and beyond for past actions including a swastika jacket at a 54 year old rally. It links this to Quebec independence efforts and critiques various provincial and national leaders while urging retroactive accountability.
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Canada
Quebec
Bloc Quebecois
Pierre Trudeau
Alberta
Jean Chretien
Roy Stevenson
Neepawa
Roy McGillivray
Preston Manning
Hawaii
Filmon
Readers Urged to Sign Letters for Publication
The Banner invites reader letters with signatures. editors may trim for length and suitability to maintain taste and clarity.
Letters to the Editor Mud-slinging turns off voters
A reader criticizes 1996 politics in the United States for attack ads and low voter turnout. The piece urges Canadians to demand substantive messages and respect for voters, praising issue based discussion over character assassination and urging leaders with real vision.
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Reform Party
U.S
Tribute to Dauphin Swan River Veterans and Remembrance
Parliament member honors veterans from two world wars and Korea, recalls Vimy Ridge and 50th war anniversaries, notes Dutch gratitude during liberation, urges passing remembrance to children and youth, Lest we forget.
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Dauphin-Swan River
Vimy Ridge
France
Netherlands
Canada
Gala highlights volunteer spirit in Neepawa thank you
Marlene Cowling MP notes the Oct 12 Gala Evening With Margaret Laurence in Neepawa showcased strong volunteerism by local organizers Dorothy Henderson Ron Forsman Ivan Traill Olivia Baker and Bill Stilwell. The event also featured Canada Post stamp introduction ceremonies reflecting community pride. Brian Garagan Canada Post Winnipeg expresses appreciation for the committee and town.
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Margaret Laurence
Neepawa
Canada Post
Dorothy Henderson
Ron Forsman
Ivan Traill
Orivia Baker
Bill Stilwell
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Enimits
Mr. Terrible
Mrs. Awful
Clinton
Chretien
Srereee
Marlene Cowling
Nity
Brian Garagan
Winnipeg
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