Tag: Voice

By Cameron Baughen

The shelf life of "the millennium" is well past, but there is at least one issue that was lost in all the hoopla. Over the last 1,000 years the human race has advanced from a relatively non-industrial, though far from benign, existence, to one which affects every living organism on the planet. Whether you are… Continue reading Environmental concerns spill over into next century

By Claire Cummings

The quest for identity is a cliché preoccupation for Canadians. Having an unfortunate combination of Canadian malaise and 21st century malaise, you’d think most members of Generation Duh would stop questing and just give up. Some have. The media philosophizes endlessly about our apathy, cynicism and detachment, and are mystified by our refusal to be… Continue reading I don’t hate my generation

By Jan Creaser

Stereotypes cluttered the media this week as the unfolding saga of Reform MP Jack Ramsay dominated front pages. Even given the charge of attempted rape, Ramsay’s past is almost forgivable if only he had simply remained appropriately remorseful about the situation. One can respect a man who admits his wrongful acts of 30 years ago… Continue reading Ramsay needs to grow up

People make verbal blunders all the time. In today’s politically correct, equality-driven society, there is little room for blunders anymore. Last Tuesday, Alex Trebek told a 15-year-old Teen Jeopardy contestant if she never realized her dream to be editor-in-chief of a magazine, she could get married instead. Who would believe that Alex–the man imploring us… Continue reading I’ll take" Sexist Comments" for $1000, Alex

By Alison McDonald

Finally, the federal government is planning to extend legal rights to same-sex couples. Unfortunately, by including all dependents, the victory won by gay and lesbian rights activists. While the state has no place in the bedroom, it does have a dominate role regarding our financial positions. Come tax time, dependents are declared as spouse and… Continue reading No real recognition for same-sex couples by government

By Claire Cummings

Jesus Christ is someone I want to know. He was a man who shook things up. In his day, his radical ideas caused chaos and outrage. He rocked the establishment. In a deeply patriarchal society, he treated women as individuals with minds and hearts, not as pieces of property. He dared to touch the untouchables;… Continue reading Don’t count Jesus out yet

By Scott S. Walker

How safe is the food you eat? Of course, our food provides nourishment and allows most of us to live reasonably healthy lives, but are we aware of the nasty side effects this same food may cause? For the purposes of this column, I’m not going to consider the pesticide residue on the fruits and… Continue reading Superfoods are myopic solutions

By Mike Steiner

With less than 100 days left until the next millennium, you would expect North Americans to be gearing up for one hell of a party. But what should be the biggest celebration in the history of humankind is being overshadowed by a cloud of general reluctance and hesitation. It seems that instead of stocking up… Continue reading Get in the cellar

By Allison McDonald

The government is looking at changing all aspects of the criminal code, from a possible Native court equal to the Supreme court to a complete revamping of the Young Offenders Act. One proposed change is to create tougher penalties for crimes committed against children. The government, and we as a nation, are making an unproven… Continue reading Longer jail sentences do not solve crime