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The Niagara Independent, September 24, 2021 – Political pundits referenced titles of popular movies and TV shows in an attempt to make sense of Canadians’ most recent exercise in democracy. The 44th federal election was labelled “the Groundhog Day election”, “the Back to the Future election”, and “a Seinfeld election”, due to the fact that…
The Niagara Independent, September 17, 2021 – Justin Trudeau’s “vanity election” is coming to an end. The term to describe this unnecessary contest was coined by national affairs commentator Rex Murphy. He summed up the vote succinctly: “This election is hollow. It is without centre. It is without national purpose. It is idle, contrived, opportunistic,…
The Niagara Independent, January 1, 2021 – In his year-end messages, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau coyly suggested on a number of occasions, “We might have an election.” Then he quickly adds that he personally is “not eager” to have one. Despite his stated reluctance the PM says the Liberals are battle-ready. It is an ill-kept…
The Niagara Independent, November 6, 2020 – For months Canadians have had an insatiable fascination with the United States election. Canucks have been mesmerized by the political slugfest and media circus of the drawn out presidential race. Today there is an equal amount of marvel and shock with the vote results. In reflecting on what…
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe said Monday’s election results confirm there’s a fire of frustration burning in Western Canada. The Niagara Independent, October 25, 2019 — For politicos and pundits, inspecting and dissecting the results of a vote provides endless hours of amusement. Canada’s 43rd general election results have not disappointed – and in fact they…
The Niagara Independent, September 6, 2019 — On the eve of the call of the Canadian federal election, here is a snapshot of polling numbers and trends on voter intention, compiled on Labour Day from available public opinion data. Liberals enjoy a lead based on support in Ontario and Quebec Politicking through the summer…
It’s been said that “The election is not very far off when a candidate can recognize you across the street.” So, with the Canadian federal election about to be called in the coming days, we bring you 20 political quotes on elections. A politician thinks of the next election – a statesman,…
The Post Election Analysis is in: Hillary Clinton is the President of California Here’s a short and informative read – an excellent analysis but I doubt if it will be discussed in the media. Our fore-fathers were brilliant!!! We hear a cacophony of blaring and bleating from the media and the Hillary gaggle that…
As the dust settles from what was a wild U.S. election, here are FAV memes of the past 7 days (right click on image, copy and share!). Chris George, providing reliable PR & GR counsel and effective advocacy. Need a go-to writer and experienced communicator? 613-983-0801 @…
Political campaigns are designedly made into emotional orgies which endeavor to distract attention from the real issues involved, and they actually paralyze what slight powers of celebration man can normally muster. – James Harvey Robinson A national political campaign is better than the best circus ever heard of, with a mass baptism and a couple…
Political campaigns are designedly made into emotional orgies which endeavor to distract attention from the real issues involved, and they actually paralyze what slight powers of celebration man can normally muster. – James Harvey Robinson A national political campaign is better than the best circus ever heard of, with a mass baptism and a couple…
Here is Google’s Colin McKay (head of GR for Google Canada) take on the role of the Internet in election campaigns these days: “The Internet is outstripping what would traditionally be considered tactical media.” McKay’s observations come from Google research data that shows both the public’s interest in political websites and the shared social experience…
“Every election is determined by the people who show up.” – Larry J. Sabato “We don’t vote for people because they are the exact embodiment of our values, but because they are likely to be the most responsive to them.” – Charles M. Blow “That we have the vote means nothing. That we use it…
1. National polls do not reflect voting results. An election is not a horse race. Vote for the person, not with an eye to the latest polls but with a mind to the type of country you want to live in. 2. The nature of politics is dirty and it is a greasy pole…
Vote for the man who promises least. He’ll be the least disappointing. — Bernard Baruch Do you ever get the feeling that the only reason we have elections is to find out if the polls were right? — Robert Orben Our elections are free – it’s in the results where eventually we pay. — Bill…
Here are some of our favourite “election” quotes for this election year: The only thing we learn from new elections is we learned nothing from the old. – (American) Proverb Elections are won by men and women chiefly because most people vote against somebody rather than for somebody. — Franklin P. Adams The election is…
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead Many readers of this Journal will know that Chris George has been preoccupied over the last number of months with managing Shaun McLaughlin’s campaign for mayor of Mississippi Mills. Read…
The day after the night before – and I am both irritated at how the election played out with the public sector unions ruling the day; and I am troubled about what the next 4 years will bring with a Liberal majority government. We all work hard; pay our fair share of taxes; and should…
Thursday we choose between our generous Step-Mom, who is treating us and partying with Dad’s credit cards and Dr. No, who we are told will enforce our bed time We are either Wynners with all our wishes, wants and desires; a celebration for the here and now forever! or we are conscientious objectors who pronounce…
Ontario voters to to the polls this week. Here are some favourite “elections” quotes as we consider our choices: The only thing we learn from new elections is we learned nothing from the old. – (American) roverb Elections are won by men and women chiefly because most people vote against somebody rather than for somebody….