Tag Archives: Citizenship

Bill C-24: An Exercise in Cognitive Dissonance

Posted on October 4, 2015 by susanonthesoapbox

“We know Stephen Harper is a dictator in the making, but he’s convinced some people that they’re going to be financially better off under him, which is untrue.”—Margaret Atwood on cognitive dissonance. Bill C – 24 is the epitome of … Continue reading →

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Santa Gets Citizenship, Zunera Ishaq Does Not

Posted on September 20, 2015 by susanonthesoapbox

Citizenship is a serious matter, right? That’s why Santa Claus is a Canadian citizen but Zunera Ishaq is not. Or to put it more accurately—that’s why a man covering his face with a fake beard and dressed in a Santa … Continue reading →

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