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The latest House of Commons seat distribution plan is becoming a test of federalism, as well as the basic notion of representation by popula...

Reading this piece on more lack of transparency from our government, I was struck by one line in particular, something that should concern ...

The revelation that Netanyahu lobbied Harper at the G8 communique wording isn't surprising in the least, but it is very much indicative...

A shrewd little move by the NPD on "decorum" in the House of Commons, which denotes an accurate read of the public mood. The NDP ...

We have a choice between an insanely quick 5 month leadership race and one that could last as long as 21 months. I had preferred a middle op...

There are no guarantees moving forward, but the chances for a Liberal recovery are improved with Rae at the helm. Many of the reasons for ve...

It's time to take stock, reflect on why things have gone astray and begin a process which will ultimately lead to a more accountable dem...

The Gerry Nichols column denotes the difference between philosophy and partisanship. I believe political subsidies are a good thing in Cana...

The Conservatives are ready to move quickly to kill the Canadian Wheat Board, a philosophical irritant to the notion of free markets. The Co...

Susan Delacourt's piece yesterday presents a sobering reality, at least for those of us not supportive of the "Conservative coalit...

I keep hearing about this "almost unanimous" feeling amongst the rank and file that WE prefer a 18-24 month leadership delay. I...

One thread I particularly liked from Rae yesterday, this idea of "changing the culture" within the Liberal ranks. This morning, I ...

Canadian Press reporting that Bob Rae will not run to be the Liberal Party's permanent leader, and instead will seek the interim leaders...

What Harper did today on the Senate was one of his most outrageous acts. The sheer audacity, Harper didn't even wait until Friday after...

No matter your "position", you at least have to acknowledge there is some real back and forth occurring between the Liberal brass ...

Plenty of talk about where the Liberals need to move, left or right, the center, when really it should be about standing for things we belie...

Outgoing Speaker Milliken has articulated his thoughts that "party leaders wield too much power" in our Parliamentary system. It...

Two good reads today, relating to this looming "extraordinary convention" question, which is clear as MUD to be honest. I won'...

After the election, much talk that the Liberals would fade to the background, being that third party attention would lead to inevitable wane...

What I find quite refreshing about Rob Silver- apart from his terrific political instincts- the man understands the gravity of the situation...