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From sociology to philosophy to apology

Most readers have probably heard about the Prime Minister's rejection of Justin Trudeau's advice we explore "the root causes" of terrorism. Shortly after, when asked about the alleged terrorist plot against a VIA rail train, the PM insisted, "now is not the time to commit sociology."


 

Poverty is not the mother of terrorism

SO I sat down, sucked a thumb, and wrote an ingenious screed that could have been titled The Hinge of Western Democracy: British Columbia's Provincial Election. . . .


 

Kudos & Kvetches

Prime Minister Stephen Harper and his Conservatives have unearthed a lot of dirt on Justin Trudeau since he became leader of the federal Liberal party. Almost immediately, the Conservatives began running attack ads questioning Trudeau's lack of experience, his good looks, his name appeal and willingness to take his shirt off for charity. Taking your shirt of at the Calgary Stampede or while picketing an abortion clinic, sure - but for charity?


 

Stop harping on Trudeau

I am getting tired of hearing that Justin Trudeau has no experience. I think he has plenty.


 

Step up to be the next Honey Boo Boo

LIKE you, I can think of no finer destiny than appearing on a reality TV show. Which of us can resist the urge to display our worst characteristics to a continent of Doritomunching strangers?


 
Hal Singleton and Justin Trudeau

Singleton given medal just before his death

Just two days after he received the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal, Hal Singleton, a longtime stalwart of the local federal Liberal party, died Wednesday at the age of 70.


 

Spaceman vies for leadership

IF you ask Marc Garneau, there are few things that make you think globally quite like leaving Earth.


 

Shark fins divide, rower a London hero ...

Highlights of the first half of 2012 where published in the last issue of the Richmond News (Dec. 28.)


 
Bev MacGregor

2012 Year in Review: November

A seven-year-old Chilliwack boy was called a hero and received praise for his quick thinking for saving his grandfather's life with a crucial 9-1-1 call.


 

Time to check the naughty and nice list

With it comes our annual hope of joy, redemption and promise for the future. It's a good tradition, a time for offering and exchanging gifts. Casting an eye over the political landscape, who's been naughty this past year?


 

Leadership race gets interesting

Some in the media have suggested that the entry of Martha Hall Findlay into the Liberal leadership race throws a wrench into Justin Trudeau's plans.


 

Time to get serious

Some in the media have suggested that the entry of Martha Hall Findlay into the Liberal leadership race throws a wrench into Justin Trudeau's plans.


 

Getting serious

Some in the media have suggested that the entry of Martha Hall Findlay into the Liberal leadership race throws a wrench into Justin Trudeau's plans.


 
Pathways Clubhouse

Photos: Pathways Clubhouse in Richmond celebrated its 25th anniversary, with cake, guests and invited speakers

Photos: Pathways Clubhouse in Richmond celebrated its 25th anniversary, with cake, guests and invited speakers


 

Trudeau lauds Pathways' power

With people peeking outside the window and cameras ready to shoot, it was almost like royalty had arrived in Richmond.


 
Justin Trudeau and Hal Singleton

Love-in for Hal & Justin

Justin Trudeau was in Chilliwack last week speaking to fans, curious guests and Liberal Party faithful.


 
Justin Trudeau

Justin Trudeau coming to Chilliwack

Justin Trudeau comes to a federal riding this week where his party finished third in 2011 with just 11 per cent of the vote.


 

Correction

? the Justin Trudeau story in the Nov. 1 Chilliwack Times, Paul Boileau was incorrectly identified as the Chilliwack-Fraser Canyon riding association president. Boileau is a party supporter and organizer.


 
Liberal MP Justin Trudeau

Justin Trudeau pays visit and respect to Singleton

Federal Liberal leadership candidate Justin Trudeau will be in Chilliwack later this month to honour local party stalwart Hal Singleton.