1 : Henry Morgentaler's naming to Order of Canada met with cont...
Wow, Don Cherry being considered, now that really lends a lot of credibility to the award now doesn't it? I thought the Order of Canada was supposed to mean something significant. I guess that was a misunderstanding on my part. If Don Cherry qualifies, then perhaps the Order of Canada isn't a worthy enough award for Dr. Morgentaler. (7 min ago | post #56)
Class-action suit filed against Roman Catholic diocese in N.S. ...
I hadn't questioned your manhood, I stated your disgusting off topic post to Harley Honey didn't make you appear as much of one. Your subsequent posts to the two of us simply confirms you don't have the maturity level to attain manhood. I don't have to answer to you or anyone else for what I ride or what I do. I answer to me, and when I draw my final breath, if there is a divine being I suppose I will have to answer to it. Carry on with your unintelligent drivle, if you choose, as I am sure there are some that would find humor in it, personally I think you are just simply pathetic but you certainly have every right to be just that. (22 min ago | post #24)
1 : Henry Morgentaler's naming to Order of Canada met with cont...
Excellent post Jessica, very well stated. (21 hrs ago | post #50)
Class-action suit filed against Roman Catholic diocese in N.S. ...
Sounds to me like a typical response from a stalwart Roman Catholic. The type of post above certainly reflects just how Christian you are and your qualifications to speak in defence of the Church. I hope your little tirade (as disgusting as it was) succeeded in making you feel like a man because it certainly didn't make you appear as much of one. (21 hrs ago | post #13)
I hear ya, gonna be much the same in Texas soon, you'll have to sing in English and Spanish so get used to the repetition LOL (Thursday Jul 3 | post #849)
Canada by no means has an inferiority complex. We simply don't go about singing our own praises but rather perform our responsibilities on the world stage in the manner in which we can, given our ability, but we do so quietly, respectfully, and responsibly. We certainly have no reason to feel inferior to anyone whether they are larger, more powerful, or even yes more boisterous. We are a young Country compared to most, and we are for the most part a complacent lot and although we are strongly patriotic, we don't wear our flag on our sleeves, although sometimes I believe we are too complacent and quiet when it comes to our patriotism. Don't mistake any of this as feeling inferior by any stretch of the imagination. We have a strong bond with the the US and both Countries are inextricably tied to one another through many similarities, economics, etc. However, on many issues, we have disagreed and Canada has stood it's ground and followed it's own path. Inferior, NO, on the contrary, we feel equal to or better than most countries on this planet, we are simply far too polite to say it out loud. (Wednesday Jul 2 | post #647)
1 : Henry Morgentaler's naming to Order of Canada met with cont...
I personally believe that Morgentaler is worthy of the Order of Canada. He has made a significant contribution for the rights of women albeit in a sea of contraversy. He has steadfastly stood by his ideals and practices and has shown substantial courage where lesser people would have folded their tents and walked away a long time ago. The laws that he broke and was incarcerated for are now legal. Canada has evolved for better or worse, depends on your point of view. Now having said that, I don't think he should be awarded the Order of Canada, because it comes as an afront to the moral and religious beliefs of a large segment of our Canadian population. This award although applauded by the Pro-choice segment of society, opens deep and festering wounds in the hearts of the Pro-Life group, which is indeed large. The Order of Canada should be the celebrating of those citizens who have made a positive difference overall for all Canadians, not open an ongoing rift in the population. I personally favour pro-choice but as a proud Canadian, I also have to respect the opinions of those who are contrary minded on this issue. It is one of the most divisive issues that we face in this Nation and to bestow this prestigious award on anyone that would incite one side or the other of this ongoing debate is totally inappropriate. (Wednesday Jul 2 | post #14)
Class-action suit filed against Roman Catholic diocese in N.S. ...
No it's not all about the "lawsuit lottery" in this particular case. It is about justice and someone paying for the crime. The sonofabitch priest in this instance managed to get one court delay after another and eventually died before completing his trial. Unlike the US, compensation will undoubtedly be disappropriate for the crime. It is the first class action suit in Nova Scotia as they were not permitted until recently passed legislation. The Archdiocese of Antigonish, had full knowledge of this priests activities and pretty much condoned it by their behaviour and coverup over the years without lifting a finger to remove him or sanction him in any way. I hope the lawsuit succeeds and is suffient enough to bankrupt the Diocese. Plain and simple. Perhaps if your brother was abused and ended up committing suicide over the matter, you would want someone to pay the piper as well or would you be the good Christian and turn the other cheek (excuse the pun). (Sunday Jun 29 | post #7)
Bad Boys: Men You Should Avoid When Dating
There weren't any posts in this topic so I thought I'd spark a little reaction. You are quite right, I wouldn't put all women in the same category as men can't all be placed in one either. That's what makes life interesting. It has been my experience that women are attracted to "bad boys" at least once in their life. There is bad but there is also downright terrible and hurtful and there is a distinct difference. But when a woman asks a man "do these chaps make my butt look big?" you can bet that if they do, an honest answer could be more hazardous than a lie. (Tuesday Jun 24 | post #3)
Is an Oil Pipeline Behind Canada's War in Afghanistan?
What a load of camel crap! As soon as I read that Afghanistan is a US war, I immediately questioned the intent and accuracy of the article. The conflict in Afghanistan is a NATO war involving many more countries than simply the US. It is a legal conflict having been sanctioned by the United Nations. Anyone that paints the Afghanistan situation with the same brush as the Iraq war is a total idiot. Iraq is an American led, conceived, illegal conflict that is not endorsed by NATO and termed illegal by the United Nations. The US incursion into Iraq is no different than Saddam's incursion into Kuwait which prompted the first Gulf War. The only difference is the US is big enough to do as they please on the world stage at the present time and no one is in a position to challenge them militarily or economically. Another ten or so years will change that scenario with the growth of the European Union, and the advancement of China, unless the new president whomever it will be, will bring a new perspective to the White House. (Tuesday Jun 24 | post #3)
Bad Boys: Men You Should Avoid When Dating
Men are required to lie to women if they expect to live together harmoniously. Women just can't handle the truth. Plain and simple. (Tuesday Jun 24 | post #1)
Green Tax Shift Plan by Green Party of Canada | released for Re...
That is the premise and for those who don't know what it's like to live in the real world, it would almost appear ideal. However, everyone seems to forget that when you add costs to big business and manufacturers, it filters back down to the consumer. A 9.2 per cent decrease in Income tax for me, (fixed income $10,000. per year) I will save less than $200. a year. That would be swallowed up between my first home heating oil fill up and electric bill. Elizabeth May would be my last choice of someone to manage any project let alone lead the country. She will be without a seat when she runs against Peter MacKay in any event so she is a non factor in the future of this Country. I voted for the Green Party in the last election as a protest vote. I couldn't bring myself to vote for Harper and the thought of voting Liberal again simply turned my stomach, but I felt I had a responsibility to vote. Rather than penalties such as carbon tax, there should be incentives for the development of alternate energy. All these "do gooder" environmentalist have ever done was push things to the point that we end up paying more and never accomplish anything positive in respect to the environment. I almost think at times they are backed by the Oil Industry. If the current tax revenue was managed properly, and useless, costly entities such as the Senate were abolished, we would have more than enough revenue to clean up our health care system as well as many other current deficiencies. Then we could look at cleaning up our environment and seeking alternate energy sources. The way our governments currently operate, if we could replace oil with water, the environmentalists would be screaming "save the oceans" and water would cost over $10.00 a gallon. Matter of fact, today, in some stores bottled water costs more than the current price of gasoline per litre. (Tuesday Jun 24 | post #5)
Hells Angel from Montreal gets life for 1993 slaying
Spartacus, you sure are an opinionated jerk off to say the least. Nice to have the anonymity of the net to flex your tetestorone but I think that is about the only chance you get to flex anything. Lots of cyberspunk and little else. I'm no Angel nor member of any other motorcycle club but I am a biker who readily supports the Hells Angels defence fund as well as other local motorcycle clubs when the opportunity arises. I have heard and read lots of negative stuff about members of HA but any that I have met and talked to, always treated me friendly and with respect. I have found more comraderie and honesty among the so called "outlaw bikers" than one could ever expect to receive from those considered to be stalwards of society. It goes without saying that some members of bike gangs are involved in criminal activity but is it to any greater extent than our own police forces? I don't think so. The victim of the crime that is the subject of this topic was not a police officer or a member of law enforcement engaged in the policing of laws but was simply a "stool pigeon", "rat", "infiltrator " and met the fate he so richly deserved. Think and say whatever you choose, you have the safety blanket of anonymity to protect you. Most, if not all, readers readily know that face to face with a Hells Angel or any other real biker, you'd keep your pie hole shut tight and run home to change your underwear. (Wednesday Jun 18 | post #30)
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