Category Archives: Why Do They Hate Us?

Barrick Gold Minefield

Posted on June 4, 2010 by Yaacov

One of Canada’s dirty “secrets” is that our mining industry is responsible for environmental and human rights abuses around the world. Companies like INCO and Barrick are operating mines that are polluting land and taking away people’s livelihoods. In many … Continue reading →

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Robert McNamara

Posted on July 10, 2009 by Yaacov

Despite the many articles on Michael Jackson, there has been very little on CBC about the passing of Robert McNamara, and I almost missed it. I know little about McNamara beyond the basics; he was Secretary of Defense for much … Continue reading →

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British MP George Galloway Banned From Canada

Posted on March 20, 2009 by Yaacov

Immigration Minister Jason Kenney has upheld the Canadian Border Security Agency’s decision to ban British MP George Galloway from Canada because he poses a threat to national security. Galloway has been a vocal opponent of the Iraq war and the … Continue reading →

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A Story You Won’t Find On CNN

Posted on October 4, 2008 by Yaacov

The U.S. mandate in Iraq, given by the U.N. as a post invasion compromise, expires at the end of December. The U.S. is currently negotiating a Status Of Forces Agreement with the Iraqi government to extend the mandate and create … Continue reading →

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