Category Archives: News

The Difference Between Liberals and Conservatives Is Deeper Than You Think

It might not be as simple as people consciously choosing which philosophies they prefer to follow – whether we’re liberal or conservative  might be part of our deeper psychology.   According to the experts who study political leanings, liberals and conservatives do not just see things differently. They are different—in their personalities and even their […]

Friday Fun Link – Bad Lip Reading (Inauguration Day)

I said I don’t want to be “all Trump, all the time” on this blog but he’s the gift that just keeps on giving (or infuriating – both of which are likely to make me post something!)

Jon Stewart Savages Donald Trump on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

I honestly don’t want this blog to turn into all-Trump, all-the-time because frankly, he’s gotten way too much attention over the past couple years as it is. But this video of Jon Stewart appearing to do a Donald Trump “impression” is too good not to share…  

Forget 1984: These Five Dystopias Better Reflect Trump’s USA

With the almost unbelievable events in the US since Trump was elected, George Orwell’s classic novel, originally released in 1949, which details a dystopian future society where the government spies on, controls and lies to its citizens, has hit the top of the Amazon bestseller list. But there are other books that even better capture the dread and doom […]

Some *Real* (Not “Alternative”) Facts About #muslimban

Fears of Islamic Terrorists are greatly overblown.  Even if this ten-year average accounted for 9/11 deaths, Americans are *still* more likely to be killed getting hit by a bus! Trump’s “Muslim Ban” shows why he’s in a conflicted position as the first non-elected, non-military person to serve as President of the United States… Even *if* […]

10 Best Nicknames for @realdonaldtrump

Trump is infamous for giving catchy nicknames to his political opponents.  Both others have returned the favour… Cheeto Jesus Trumpster Fire The Talking Yam Fuckface Von Clownstick Short-Fingered Vulgarian Pissident of the United States Hair Hitler Trumplethinskin Forrest Trump Putin’s Puppet

Music Monday – “Here is where I feel it/Funny how it’s/Funny how it’s here.”

Congrats to Ryan Meili on winning the SK NDP nomination to be the candidate for Saskatoon-Meewasin last night. Here’s a video I made seven (!) years ago when he was running in a different race… “Canadian Skye” – Spirit of the West

So Here We Are: Donald Trump Is Officially The President

Colbert also revived his long-lost alter-ego as “Stephen Colbert, Conservative Pundit” for a touching farewell tribute to Obama…

Seven Political Predictions for 2017-2020

Donald Trump will be impeached within a year. Andrew Scheer will win the PC Leadership. Jagmeet Singh will win the leadership of the Federal NDP Justin Trudeau will have a major corruption scandal. Rachel Notley will win re-election in Alberta Brad Wall will resign before the next Saskatchewan election. Michelle Obama will go back on […]

Do You Live in the Saskatoon-Meewasin Constituency? #skpoli

Ryan Meili, a guy you might have heard of on this blog once or twice before, is running to become the Saskatchewan NDP’s candidate for the Saskatoon-Meewasin riding in an upcoming by-election. The nomination meeting is next Monday night. If you live in the constituency and think that Saskatchewan’s heading in the wrong direction under Brad Wall […]