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Well there is a message here for the NDP. If they moderate their policies somewhat they will do better at the polls. We'll see what they decide to do, as we may well be having an election this Fall, especially if the Liberals feel they have a shot at a majority government.

The NDP are now within 6% of the Conservatives. With Layton's popularity, he has now overtaken Harper as second most popular leader, I would not be surprised to see the NDP close the gap with the Conservatives before too much longer. Harper's BBQ circuit this past summer sure has backfired on him. And now Harper has to bribe people with $5. to come and talk with him. Jeez!

Huh?

Liberals maintain lead over Tories L - 39% C - 25% N - 19% Scandal off the radar for Canadians: poll L - 36% C - 28% N - 17%

Liberals maintain lead over Tories L - 39% C - 25% N - 19%

I keep hearing a persistent rumour that the Saudi oilfield reserves may not be all they are cracked up to be. If so it might be an additional reason for the spike in prices.

Reality behind the oil game I always enjoy reading Dyer's take on Planet Earth's politics or Planet Earth's events. He has the ability to cut through a lot of the hype which are attached to most news strories.

Politically for the Martin Liberals because of their subtantial drop in support in Quebec the answer is yes. No other reason that that, I'm sure. It is a shame that Mr Dithers didn't at least consult with the other 3 party leaders, prior to appointing Ms Jean as GG, especially seeing as he only has a minority government. He deserves every bit of this turmoil about his appointment. It looks good on him. Jerk!

Bush sending VP to Alberta Well hang on to your cowboy hats as it is going to be a wild ride. The fact that Cheney is coming not to Ottawa nor Toronto but to Alberta says a lot in itself as a lot of people think Cheney is the most powerful person in the world and the brains behind George Bush. Go Canada Go!

Alberta awash in oil, gas money With the rising price of oil and gas you would think Canadians would be happy as they are some of our key exports. I wonder how many people and how many head offices move to Alberta each time there is a one dollar increase in the price of oil.

PoliticsWatch's Best of the Session Layton shone during the last session of Parliament, his first by-the-way.

PoliticsWatch's Worst of the Session Interesting take on the last session of Parliament.

Que savez dire: FELQUISTE"?

snoop....don't be such a dickhead. He asked you to use the name he wants. Show some respect. Gotta love this column out of Calgary today and it is a good response to the Quebec separatist nuballs as well: Separated from sense By JOSE RODRIGUEZ -- Calgary Sun Well, it's official. Life sucks so bad here west of the big smoke that it's time to consider calling it quits on Canada. At least that's what a recent poll done for a Western-based magazine suggests. The poll shows that 35.6% of people from Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and B.C. think Westerners should begin to explore the idea of forming their own country. Not surprisingly, my home province of Alberta leads the pack with 42% support for the idiotic idea. Perhaps it's my own naivete, but I always pictured western separatists as aging, overalled, hillbillies no one ever heard from until it was time to, well, do a poll about separation. You know the type, happily hunting and fishing in some backwoods somewhere with their pit bulls tied to a rusty truck bumper and their cousin-turned-wife fixing up roadkill on the trailer stove. Turns out, it's not that way at all. According to the poll conducted by Lethbridge Community College political science professor Faron Ellis, separatist sentiment is highest among young people. Seems 37% of respondents between the ages of 18 and 29 agreed it was time to consider breaking away from Canada. With more than one-in-three of the 1,448 people polled willing to turn their backs on our country, I figure it may be time for a healthy helping of perspective. Yes, life sucks as a Canadian. All those first-world luxuries such as running water, freedom of choice and obligatory health care and education. The safety and security of knowing you can walk to the corner store after dark without fear of being shot. Then, there's that whole issue of universal envy from all those who'd sell a kidney or even their first-born just for a chance to be Canadian. In Alberta, the problem's even worse. With virtually non-existent unemployment, there's no excuse for not working and the lowest taxation in the country only leads to unnecessary spending. Yes, life's pretty crappy out here in the neglected West. And if you believe that, I've got a nice piece of ocean-front property in Red Deer with your name on it. Sure, things aren't perfect. There's too much power concentrated in the Prime Minister's office, too much stupid spending and legitimate democratic reforms such as an elected Senate are being ignored. But separate from Canada? That's like scrapping a Cadillac because it has a flat tire. And I'd argue that those who support and promote separation, don't want to separate at all. It's all a ploy -- born out of justified frustration -- to get the feds to listen. It is, however, a risky ploy made even more dangerous by the fact it's beginning to garner support among young westerners. Now, as much as it pains me to admit it, I'm closer to 40 than I am to 30 so I may not be in the best position to dispense advice of any kind to young people. But most folks I know under 30 have better things to do with their time than contemplate the West's role in confederation. Important things such as drinks after work, planning the weekend or doing their laundry. If you really must express your anger with the feds, there are plenty of ways to do that without slicing up my country. Form a club, write a letter, march on Parliament. Heck, create your own secret handshake. But don't openly muse about taking the scissors to a country that has become the envy of the world. It only shows your lack of perspective.

Why? It exposed the PM for what he is all about.

Sure seems like the Liberals do a lot of offering to people, doesn't it?

Here is what one Liberal, WK has to say. According to him it sure sounds like PM Martin has made a drastic mistake:

For the record here is the official RCMP release: RCMP completes review of Gurmant Grewal's recordings Ottawa, August 12, 2005 — The RCMP has completed its review of complaints of criminal wrongdoing with respect to MP Gurmant Grewal's audio recordings. Persons the RCMP believed may have relevant information were interviewed and the tapes were examined. The RCMP has determined that no criminal investigation is warranted at this time. It has advised the complainants and those whose conduct was being examined that the review is now concluded. For more information, please contact: RCMP Media Relations (613) 993-2999

Canada: Democracy or Police State?

Because we want to protect Canada from your ilk who would let us slip in a Nazi state if we were not vigilant. Look what happened to Grewal. The Liberals were caught with their fingers in the cookie jar possibly implicating PM Martin and the next thing you know Grewal is being investigated on some trumpted up tax wrongdoing charges.

The NDP Trap I just have a feeling that the NDP are going to spring loose and exceed their wildest expectations. Don't you? Anyway the next round of polling numbers which should be coming out soon should give us some indication of where we are going in this country. We should be in full blown election mode within a few months.

The difference is BC really is beautiful.

Norway is not some third world country. Norway has one of the highest standards of living in the world. As a matter of fact there is NO poverty in Norway. What other country including your beloved US can boast of something like that? Canada's dollar is going higher and may well go to par, at least in the 90s. And this is going to be wonderful for the average Canadian which is what really matters. We will be able to purchase foreign goods more cheaply and travel abroad at less expense. Go Canada Go!