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Highlights of the Feb. 7 Democratic debate
Friday’s crucial Democratic presidential debate began with a reminder that the seven candidates on the stage at Saint Anselm College in Manchester, NH have a common goal – and foe. “Everybody up here is united,” said Sen. Bernie Sanders in response to a comment by former Vice President Joe Biden.... Read more
Beating Trump outweighs the issues according to Democratic voters
As Democratic presidential candidates continue to criss cross the state of New Hampshire looking for all the votes they can find, a pattern has emerged:  Voters are looking for someone who can beat Donald Trump. According to a CNN exit poll from Iowa, more than six in 10 Iowa caucus goers said they would rather nominate... Read more
I followed Andrew Yang around for a day, so you don’t have to
Every four years, around this time of the year in New Hampshire, presidential candidates are canvassing the state for support. Everyday, there are multiple events put on by candidates to campaign. It is not unusual for individual candidates to hold numerous events per day in various parts of the state. ... Read more
Homelessness death toll passes 1,000 names
[PHOTO: Marchers demand mayor John Tory declare the homelessness crisis in Toronto a state of emergency. (Shelter and Houing Justice Network, via: LINK)] The Church of the Holy Trinity’s Toronto Homeless Memorial passed 1,000 names on January 14, following the death of Daniel Duncan the day before. Community members gathered... Read more
Man charged in Toronto feces attacks
A man has been charged in connection with three feces attacks in Toronto. Samuel Opoku, 23, was arrested Tuesday night. He is charged with five counts of assault with a weapon and five counts of mischief interfering with property.  Toronto Police say five people were attacked in three separate incidents when... Read more
Impeachment Day 4 hears from Ambassador Sondland
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – A senior U.S. diplomat told lawmakers on Wednesday President Donald Trump expressly ordered him and others to pressure Ukraine into investigating a political rival, providing some of the most significant testimony to date in a Democrat-led impeachment inquiry. Wednesday’s proceedings began with U.S. Ambassador to the European Union, Gordon... Read more
Don Cherry fired for racist Remembrance Day rant on ‘Coach’s Corner’
Sportsnet has fired flamboyant hockey commentator Don Cherry for the offensive xenophobic remarks he made during his Coach’s Corner segment Saturday night.  Cherry is infamous for shifting away from his hockey commentary to give his take on other subjects including his love of the Canadian military and the sacrifices they... Read more
The 2019 Global Climate Strike takes over Queen’s Park
By Mariana Belham, Ria Paul and Noah Posocco Today Toronto saw more than a thousand people at Queen’s Park, rallying against climate change. People chanted  “Save Our Future” as they marched down the streets. The protesters took part in the Global Climate Strike, a worldwide movement inspired by the actions... Read more
Despite Toronto challengers, Doug Ford still wants TTC subway
By Ryan Hanna for Skedline The provincial government is prepared to fund major transit projects in Toronto — including a three-stop Scarborough subway extension, Eglinton West extension, Relief Line South and Yonge subway extension to Richmond Hill — but only if it has control over them. This is according to a letter... Read more
Mississauga plans to leave Peel
Mississauga is in the process of leaving from Peel Region. Mayor Bonnie Crombie is moving towards Provincial approval to separate from Peel Region to save money for the city. Today, Council passed in principle my motion requesting the province pass legislation that #Mississauga become independent from the Region of Peel.... Read more