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Let information flow free

Let information flow free

When the NDP revealed last week the B.C. Liberals' plan to sway ethnic votes in key ridings, many wondered if the cynical plotline would be tied directly to Premier Christy Clark.
Richmond's economic future looks bright

Richmond's economic future looks bright

Richmond is fortunate to have a strong local economy. A superior location, including being home to both an international airport and deep-sea port facilities, proximity to Vancouver and the U.S.
Time for new government

Time for new government

The Editor, We hear Christy Clark apologizing for the latest screw up concerning her government.
Political history set to repeat in B.C

Political history set to repeat in B.C

Every time the B.C. Liberals chalk up another gaffe or scandal I'm increasingly reminded of the events of 1991, which permanently altered the political landscape in this province.
Being a chameleon can be exhausting

Being a chameleon can be exhausting

There are many benefits to being a social chameleon. It's a skill not everyone has. The ability to glide into a room and fit in as if you were manufactured specifically to blend in with whoever happened to surround you at the moment is a gift.
Knocking on wrong door

Knocking on wrong door

Knock, knock. Who's there? It's the federal government. Unfortunately, that line has struck a number of people as less than funny, after the feds sent workers to the homes of EI claimants to check on them.
Liberals experiment with democracy

Liberals experiment with democracy

The Editor, There is a fascinating democratic process going on right now across the country. The federal Liberal Party of Canada is currently engaged in their leadership race.
Keep building, we need it

Keep building, we need it

The Editor, Re: "Don't build it, they won't come," Letters, Feb. 27. Not building it will not prevent people from coming.
New bridge will open land

New bridge will open land

The Editor, The Massey Tunnel Replacement (The bridge) is already mandated, decided, and "a go" - thus, allowing for much larger ships to navigate and ply up/down river.
How to taunt the hell out of scammers

How to taunt the hell out of scammers

I've been trying for years to get ripped off by scam artists. When it comes to Nigerian scams, this proves harder than you would think.