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Tag Archives: Stephanie McLean
Brian Jean Makes a Joke
Two things happened this week that reflect very poorly on the judgment of Wildrose Party leader Brian Jean and his supporters. The first was The Joke. The second was his apology for The Joke. Let’s take them in turn. The … Continue reading
Posted in Law, Politics and Government
Tagged Brian Jean, Jackie Gleason, Sandra Jansen, Stephanie McLean, The Joke
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Rachel Notley and the Wonder Women
Anyone who thinks women are too emotional and unpredictable for a life in politics hasn’t met Rachel Notley and the Wonder Women. Ms Soapbox had the pleasure of meeting some of the Wonder Women this weekend at the NDP Convention. … Continue reading
The Wildrose Vision (such as it is)
Brian Jean, leader of the Wildrose party, has a vision for uniting Alberta’s conservatives. It’s based on “the best elements” of Peter Lougheed and Ralph Klein’s legacies and rejects the “liberal drift” and “questionable ethics” that forced Wildrose members out … Continue reading
Posted in Politics and Government
Tagged Brian Jean, Derek Fildebrandt, GSA, Peter Lougheed, Ralph Klein, Sandra Jansen, Stephanie McLean
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Susan on the Soapbox 