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CBC News Your Take – Canada Votes 2011 – Victoria: Worries about the future on the mainland

When I was in Vancouver recently, I had a chance to discuss election issues with my friend Allison over brunch. One of her main concerns is income security. Allison is single, well-educated and has a graduate degree in business. She … Continue reading

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CBC News Your Take – Canada Votes 2011 – Victoria: Wanted – positivity and engagement, not negativity and attack

For the most part, I’ve been receiving input and content for this blog from people I know or talk to from time to time, like our barber, or Frank from the coffee shop. Notable exceptions have been the community members … Continue reading

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CBC News Your Take – Canada Votes 2011 – Victoria: More schoolyard fun, hockey and election talk

Schoolyard hockey can yield some great political discussions among parents. I had an interesting conversation with Dave Cameron about the campaign, voting tendencies and the Canadian electoral system generally. Read more at cbc.ca: http://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/canadavotes2011/myelection/yourtake/2011/04/victoria-more-schoolyard-fun-hockey-and-election-talk.html

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