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Density creates vibrant, safe downtown cores

Density creates vibrant, safe downtown cores

The Editor, Re: "Dense makes no sense," Letters, March 1. Using imaginary economic terms like "natural inflation" (go ahead, look it up, find me a definition) do not lend much credence to an argument.
Tunnel suddenly a Liberal priority

Tunnel suddenly a Liberal priority

The Editor, A free transportation system is one of the most important elements of modern human society. However, it's only now, with the election on the horizon, that the BC Liberal Party is paying attention to the Massey Tunnel issue.
City lacks spine on fin issue

City lacks spine on fin issue

The Editor, Re: "Steves puts dog shark fin on menu," News, March 6. Disappointing, but not surprising, that city council did not have the courage to put a ban in place on shark fin soup.
What's next? Baby seals?

What's next? Baby seals?

The Editor, How long before we see Alice Wong eating a plateful of baby seals' brains at a closed photo session with baby seal smashers? You're elected, Ms. Wong, so you work for ALL who pay taxes towards your exorbitant salary and perks.
We can't act above law

We can't act above law

The Editor, We live in a country where no government can act above the law. A municipal government can only pass bylaws that it has the power to enforce.
Dense makes no sense

Dense makes no sense

The Editor, Re: "Keep building, we need it," Letters, Mar 1. My question is who are the "we" who need more building? The public image of Richmond - even now - is of a congested town over-crowded with high rise behemoths. Mr.
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.