Tag Archives: Harper

Is There a Monster Under our Bed?

Posted on October 12, 2015 by jameswhoddinott

Negative campaign ads are nothing new. They have been part of our politics for far to long. In this election however, negative campaigns have taken a different twist. Fear has become a major theme. Fear of others, fear of the future … Continue reading →

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Will You Vote to Save My Canada?

Posted on October 7, 2015 by jameswhoddinott

Even countries as multi-cultural as Canada have an identity. ‘My Canada’s’ identity is founded on certain cultural beliefs and values that serve as the cornerstone of who we are as people. The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms enshrines these values we … Continue reading →

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Election Canada: Fear, Untruths and Inequality

Posted on September 27, 2015 by jameswhoddinott

There may be people still deciding who to vote for and unfortunately there are still a large number of people who may not vote at all. Those individuals are most likely the young and marginalized. It is important that everyone … Continue reading →

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Crazy Economic Policy

Posted on December 13, 2014 by jameswhoddinott

This week our Prime Minister was quoted as saying ‘That would be crazy economic policy’ when discussing the issues in regards to Carbon Taxes on oil at this specific time. I have never been a big fan of old adages … Continue reading →

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Blowin’ In the Wind: Changing Culture

Posted on December 6, 2014 by jameswhoddinott

Does music shape culture or does culture shape music? Music like other art forms is a powerful way for individuals to find their voice and as with ‘Folk Songs’, bring people together. People like Pete Seeger, Phil Ochs, Bob Dylan and Peter, … Continue reading →

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Defining My Canada: Climate Change

Posted on November 17, 2014 by jameswhoddinott

I think almost everyone growing up at one time or another watched Sesame Street with or without our children. I use to love watching the “one of these things is not like the other” segment. I am not sure it is … Continue reading →

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Remembering ‘My Canada’

Posted on November 1, 2014 by jameswhoddinott

Even countries as multi-cultural as Canada have an identity. ‘My Canada’ is founded on certain cultural beliefs and values that serve as the cornerstone of who we are as people. In a world where social media, international news, broadcasts, movies and television … Continue reading →

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Judge a Person by Actions Not Words

Posted on September 27, 2014 by jameswhoddinott

There is an old adage “How do you tell when a Politician is Lying?” The answer of course is “When they move their lips.” Politicians despite being trusted by less than 10% of the people in Canada continue to make … Continue reading →

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The Real Issues Facing our Next Mayor (Part 1)

Posted on August 27, 2014 by jameswhoddinott

One of the complicated issues relating to running for Mayor in the City of Winnipeg is the expectations of the voters wanting each candidate to explain: 1) What are you going to do? 2) Why should I vote for you? This … Continue reading →

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