2011-04-23 The role of values when it comes to governing ourselves. Cruelty to animals a case in point.

 Corporatocracy or Democracy or Administrative State or WHAT?, Culture and Ethics, Economy / Political Economy, Genetically Modified, Green Party, Why we flounder or do not flounder  No Responses »
Apr 232011
 

Dear Jacki,  RE:   Where do you stand on improving Canada’s animal protection laws?  NOTE:   “Tammy” asked the same question;  “Emily” asked a closely-related one.    This reply to you is an elaboration on my replies to them.  The question of how we treat animals is mainly a question of: Culture and Ethics (Values). It is also […]

2011-04-23 ONE disease, different manifestations. Proposal: “Disease” organizations form a coalition against poisons.

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Apr 232011
 

These three related postings affect our survival on this planet.  They were all written during the election period:  2011-04-23  ONE disease, different manifestations. Proposal: “Disease” organizations form a coalition against poisons. 2011-04-23  Science and logic. Depression is DETERMINANT of heart disease?… Depression and heart disease are both SYMPTOMS of poisoning. You have one, you may have […]

2011-04-20 MS, Parkinson’s, Autism, Fibromyalgia, Cancers, Mental unhealth = one disease?

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Apr 202011
 

These three related postings affect our survival on this planet.  They were all written during the election period:  2011-04-23  ONE disease, different manifestations. Proposal: “Disease” organizations form a coalition against poisons. 2011-04-23  Science and logic. Depression is DETERMINANT of heart disease?… Depression and heart disease are also both SYMPTOMS of poisoning. You have one, you may […]

2011-04-12 What are some answers for our system of governance?

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Apr 122011
 

We have an old and corrupted system of governance.  We can to better for ourselves. We’ve shared information on the mobilization to create the new system. The following exchange is with persons in Fair Vote Canada (FVC).  (I am on the Board of the Sask Chapter.) FVC is a Canada-wide effort to create awareness of […]

2011-04-12 Lesson in democracy: Challenge to the notion that YES / NO responses are appropriate to democratic functioning.

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Apr 122011
 

Maybe I was too blunt?    The Superannuated Teachers of Saskatchewan sent a questionnaire for me, the candidate, to answer.   I appreciate their efforts to inform their members.  However!  There is a fundamental flaw in their questionnaire.  . . . . .    Tell me  – – have I erred in my thinking (my response to them)?   […]

2011-04-11 “Vote Mobs” spreading across Canada. Also “Voter Socials” – what a riot! (Re)Generating our democracy.

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Apr 112011
 

(In follow-up to:  Xcorporatocracy,  democracy fighting back in North America! ) Matthew’s email – –  I can hardly contain my excitement, long enough to send this to you!  So what did I do?  – –   got an even greater adrenalin rush:  a youtube of  (Canadian) Leonard Cohen’s “DEMOCRACY”!    Listen to that and I want to dance […]

2011-04-30 REAL issues! We need to deal with them!

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Apr 042011
 

If you believe  . . .   that it is important to find solutions to issues listed below,  please consider voting  Green,  and if you live in Saskatoon-Humboldt,  my name is Sandra Finley! Hi John,  I am excited – – there is an excellent chance that Elizabeth May, leader of the Green Party of Canada, will […]

2011-04-03 (Mercer) Rick’s Rant – Vote. How to register with Elections Canada to vote, phone 1-800-463-6868.

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Apr 032011
 

Three items:  1.  RICK MERCER   Good one! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYgwUQTSC3I&feature=channel_video_title   2.  HOW TO REGISTER WITH ELECTIONS CANADA TO VOTE.   EASY AS A PHONE CALL TODAY!  1-800-463-6868 (If you are not already registered.) Federal  Election May 2, 2011  (or vote in advance polls before May 2.)  STUDENTS CAN VOTE IN ONE OF TWO ELECTORAL DISTRICTS: You  vote […]

2011-04-03 But they forget: the air waves are part of The Commons. The broadcasters use the airwaves, because we agree to allow them access. (Why the TV consortium excluded Elizabeth May.)

 Corporatocracy or Democracy or Administrative State or WHAT?, Green Party  1 Response »
Apr 032011
 

“Our decision is final and the decision is unanimous. It will not be reconsidered.” Hopefully there will be time today to send an email to Broadcast consortium chairman Troy Reeb.   I am going to love doing it!  He doesn’t seem to understand: The airwaves belong to the public. He and his buddies can broadcast their tripe only by […]

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