Immobilizers not a cure for Manitoba auto theft says critic
Kelvin Goertzen MLA argues the Manitoba plan to require immobilizers fails to address root crime causes. He notes record auto thefts and calls immobilizers a distraction from deterring thieves. He compares to Saskatchewan and British Columbia crime strategies and condemns shifting blame onto victims.
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Horses Shape Prairie Economy Beyond Farm Use
An observer notes horses remain vital to Prairie recreation and rural economies. From Yorkton exhibitions to Harvest Showdown, pony chuckwagon and standardbred activity spur local spending on trucks, trailers, feed, gas, and services, with minimal government support.
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Dyer on North Korea Nuclear Talks and Bolton Fallout
Gwynne Dyer argues Pyongyang shut its reactor and reprocessing plant with IAEA inspectors in Yongbyon as a prelude to decommissioning. He blames the long stalling on U.S. threats, Kim Jong Il's image, and Bolton's hardline approach, noting earlier deals and shifting nuclear stockpiles since 2002.
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