The Long Socialist Slide at Brandon University
A Brandon University community letter traces the campus strike to leadership by default. It singles out professor Joe Dolecki and BUFA, criticizes the president Dr. Poff, and argues the strike harms students’ education and BU’s future.
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Brandon University
Ken Waddell
Neepawa Banner
Westman.ca
Terrie
Joe Dolecki
Dolecki
NDP
Ment
Soverr Ameter
Brandon University Faculty Association
BUFA
Dr. Poff
Poff
Lethbridge
Saskatoon
Brandon
Burma crisis tests Suu Kyi trust in army deal
The Burmese army dominates politics and corruption while Aung San Suu Kyi weighs cooperation with generals versus a continued boycott. After a tense cycle of concessions, the NLD leader registered as a party and may seek parliamentary participation, raising questions about the deal's wisdom and ultimate power shift.
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Burma
Asia
North Korea
Transparency International
Aung San Suu Kyi
National League For Democracy
NLD
Union Solidarity and Development Party
Thein Sein
Human Rights Commission
Nelson Mandela
South Africa
F.W. de Klerk
Mandela
Grinch In Office Caused Arthur’s Festive Plight
A humorous office note describes Cindy decorating aggressively with tinsel and fake snow, turning mascot Arthur into a festive captive on a bed of glittering decor. The writer fears for Arthur while others anticipate more Christmas chaos, hoping for a safe, orderly season.
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Arthur
Cindy
Holly
Melissa
Jessica
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