Canadian mainstream

“Selfishness” isn’t a winning political principle in Canada

Ten or twenty years ago the catchphrase to describe an up-and-coming politician was “attractive and articulate.” Today’s catchphrase might well be “principled.” Both phrases, past and present, were code. What they really mean, whether used by an observer or a supporter, is this: You can consider this person socially acceptable; … Read More

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According to the Ayn Rand School of Parenting, you’re supposed to criticize your kid until he succeeds, preferably by pulling himself up by his bootstraps. [youtube width=”640″]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JhMWyF2t-Wc[/youtube]

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