Tag Archives: Election 2015

The Globe and Mail Jumps the Shark

Posted on October 18, 2015 by susanonthesoapbox

We’ve reached that point in the election cycle where the mainstream media peppers us with political endorsements telling us who, in their learned opinion, we should vote for on Oct 19.     Once again the mainstream media does not … Continue reading →

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If Not Harper, Then Who?

Posted on October 12, 2015 by susanonthesoapbox

“I’ve seen issues come up before that get a lot of press attention, and sometimes a photograph or sometimes a side issue can move votes, but I always believe that the big votes are moved on the big issues. I … Continue reading →

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Can Lynton Crosby Save Stephen Harper?

Posted on September 13, 2015 by susanonthesoapbox

Big news this week for the Harper campaign watchers—uber political strategist Lynton Crosby joined the Harper campaign team. Why this is news now and not when Crosby started working with the Harper team in March is a mystery, but never … Continue reading →

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Nigel Wright Trips Over Duffygate

Posted on August 16, 2015 by susanonthesoapbox

“When I refer to the government as an elected dictatorship it’s not personal in any way to the Prime Minister nor to his party, it’s a reference to what’s happened, a creeping growth, an unhealthy growth of power in the … Continue reading →

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The Leaders Debate: No One Won And Why It Doesn’t Matter

Posted on August 9, 2015 by susanonthesoapbox

Tempting though it may be for those of us in the peanut gallery to rattle on about who won and who flopped in the Leaders Debate, the really important question is this: did we learn anything new about the men … Continue reading →

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The One Question to Ask a Conservative Candidate in This Election

Posted on August 2, 2015 by susanonthesoapbox

He did it. Stephen Harper dropped the writ and we’re heading into a 78 day election campaign. Oh joy! I’m serious. I intend to have a real conversation with my Conservative MP, the ditzy Joan Crockatt. I expect our conversation … Continue reading →

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Dear Mr Harper: About that Poll…

Posted on July 26, 2015 by susanonthesoapbox

On Thursday I answered the phone and it was you Mr Harper (well, your robot pollster lady) wondering whether I’d answer a 30 second political survey. While I can’t be certain she was calling on your behalf, the nature of … Continue reading →

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Using the Leap Second to Rate Harper’s Government

Posted on July 5, 2015 by susanonthesoapbox

Stephen Harper was late for Canada Day this year. He missed the kick-off by a full second; or he would have but for the leap second. None of us noticed because the scientists responsible for time (coolest job description ever) … Continue reading →

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5-5-15: Small “c” Conservatives Exposed

Posted on May 17, 2015 by susanonthesoapbox

On May 5, 2015, NDP leader Rachel Notley brought the Progressive Conservative dynasty to its knees. Many Albertans, including Ms Soapbox, are over the moon. Others who voted for one of the two conservative parties are wandering around like Li’l … Continue reading →

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Everything will be A-OK

Posted on May 10, 2015 by susanonthesoapbox

“Well, I think we made a little history tonight!”— Rachel Notley’s victory speech   Indeed we did! The 99% were jubilant. The 1% hit the panic button. And those who deflected political fearmongering with a healthy dose of hope and optimism … Continue reading →

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