August 24, 2012
by Cameron Dearlove
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New Democrats in Waterloo Region, both federally and provincially, have long been dogged by strategic voting. Those on the centre-left, not wanting the conservatives to win, will often vote Liberal even though they want to vote New Democrat. The perception … Continue reading
July 24, 2012
by Cameron Dearlove
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This is going to be a hard fought, down and dirty by-election. That’s what I keep hearing from people. The vicious, attack anything type of politics is precisely the part of politics I dislike. It’s corrosive. It stifles real debate, … Continue reading
January 12, 2012
by Cameron Dearlove
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The leadership convention to replace Jack Layton will take place on March 24. There are currently 8 candidates in the race, and they are criss-crossing the country, sharing their visions. As for Romeo’s visit, he will be in KW on … Continue reading
October 25, 2011
by Cameron Dearlove
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Not one of the candidates for NDP leadership will really replace Jack Layton. Jack brought the party to what it is today, and instead of looking for a replacement, we need to look at who will be best to move … Continue reading
October 12, 2011
by Cameron Dearlove
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Prior to the election I had a more naive view of voter apathy. I thought a few tweaks in our electoral system could go a long way to rebuild the electorate. Expanded voting days, or perhaps internet voting would help … Continue reading
July 18, 2011
by Cameron Dearlove
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I posted these tweets after reading Ontario’s Stagnating Economy: First Decade of 21st Century Sees Decline by Livio Di Matteo and thinking about the upcoming provincial election. The fact is that this decade of decline has come under both Liberal … Continue reading