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I receive no fees, considerations, etc. etc. for the posts on this blog nor do I have any plans to accept any. My salary is paid by Canwest Global Communications Corp. I work for that company as the Ottawa-based National Affairs Correspondent for Canwest News Service.
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View Article  This ain't right. Find the idiots who did this ...

The home of a former MP was vandalized in Guelph earlier this week, as was the home of several others in Frank Maine's neighborhood who had signs on their front lawn supporting the local Liberal candidate. In addition to spray-painting homes and garages, the vandals cut the brake lines on several vehicles, an act which could have resulted in serious injury or death.

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View Article  Outside 24 Sussex

It's hot down here at the east end of Sussex Drive - 30 C, according to my car-mometer, without a cloud in the sky.
I and a gaggle of reporters, producers, and broadcast technicians are gathered here at 3:20 pm for a 4 p.m. meeting between Prime Minister Stephen Harper ...   more »

View Article  Showdown at 24 Sussex Drive

It's a beautiful summer day here in Ottawa, not a cloud in the sky for this holiday Labour Day Monday. And who could think of a nicer thing to do this afternoon then stroll about the grounds of the Governor General's residence and then wander over to 24 Sussex Drive to say to Stephane Dion as he leaves a 4 p.m. meeting with Prime Minister Harper.

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