Dean for American showed us that Internet buzz can be extremely beneficial for leadership candidates. While the influence of blogs on the outcome of general elections is questionable, I suspect that members of political parties read blogs and visit political websites more than the general public. Because of this, it would be extremely wise for […]

Hallelujah!

The Liberal Party’s National Executive has a big decision before them. On the weekend of March 18th, they will be meeting in Ottawa to decide on the rules for the upcoming leadership race. Here’s what I’d recommend they decide on, if I was in the room: LocationFor logistical reasons, the convention has to be held […]

It’s not exactly “do you believe in miracles”, but Canada beats the USA in the World Baseball Challenge.

“Sometimes when you’re sending a quick e-mail, you don’t really think about the content of it,”

Rick Mercer strikes again.

Scott Brison’s name is now being mentioned in the Income Trust investigation – not a great way to launch a leadership bid. If only the e-mail in question had been in French…then we’d know Brison had nothing to do with it.

While he may soon be overshadowed by his brother, Dalton McGuinty made a bit of news last week calling for the abolishment of the Senate. Personally, I’ve had about a dozen different opinions on what to do with the Senate over the years but since it will probably never be reformed in a serious way, […]

Interesting…

OK, OK. He may not not have the name recognition of Paul Hellyer or Richard Diamond, but there’s a new grass roots movement afoot. The latest target is both Albertan and has been a party member for over three years, two rarities among the real candidates.