Tell Them They Can't Have Your Money Dear Editor
A letter argues Canadians should stop funding political parties through tax credits and donations. It condemns the PMO centered politics, calls for supporting independent groups, and urges real political activism beyond party donations and voting.
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Canada
Tyler Lazaruk breaks decades of silence with keyboard typing
Joyce Lazaruk helps her autistic son Tyler type his first interview in over 20 years, revealing his thoughts and a life-changing moment as he finally shares his story through assisted communication. The editor recalls witnessing a miracle like moment that begins a new chapter for the Lazaruk family.
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Joyce Lazaruk
Tyler
Lazaruk
Joyce
Clarence
Tyler Lazaruk
Lazaruks
Name change to Russell & District Centre debated
A letter argues the Russell & District Community Centre Inc should keep its agreed community name. The author claims a US company offered $200,000 to change the hall name and accuses town council of secrecy while noting town ownership and past volunteer support. Public input urged via council members.
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Russell & District Community Centre Inc
Russell
Mr. Buleziuk
Mark
RM Council
Hall Board
Thaksin Shinawatra and Thai political standoff
Gwynne Dyer frames Thaksin Shinawatra as a rich populist reshaping Thai politics like Peron. He notes Thaksin’s debt relief and health reforms earned rural support, while urban elites formed the PAD to curb him. The piece foresees stalemate as royal and military actors avoid a new coup and Thaksin’s return looms.
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Thaksin Shinawatra
Juan Peron
Thailand
Peron
Thaksin
Argentina
People's Alliance For Democracy
Bangkok
PAD
Anupong Paochinda
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