Thanks Steve
I still remember fondly the first computer ever to find its way into the family home. The Apple IIe was magic, allowing these clumsy finger to type badly, then delete the virtual mistakes.
What did Peter Kent think of Israel before he was an MP?
it is an interesting question for both public and private individuals. What is your level of responsibility for things said many years ago. What is the statute of limitations for contrition?
In this case, Peter Kent reported in a way that is at best unbalanced and at worst anti-Israel. So I have to ask, was Peter Kent reading a script he did not believe in 1987 or is he reading one now as a candidate in Thornhill.
I know where Karen Mock stands on the issues.
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Categories: From Twitter, Karen Mock Campaign, Media, Politics, Technology, Television Tags: bob-rae-as-opposition-leader, finding-clarity, israel, karen-mock-israel, karen-mock-peter-kent, peter-kent, peter-kent-anti-israel, peter-kent-before-politics, peter-kent-israel, peter-kent-malaysia, peter-kent-mp, peter-kent-mp-anti-israel-report, peter-kent-mp-phone, peter-kent-twitter-mp, peter-kent-what-does-he-do, where-did-peter-kent-go-to-school, why-did-peter-kent-be-mp
Vampire Show – Frightening for a Different Reason
Recently under the weather, I spent a few days on the couch resting, drinking fluids and hoping not to throw up yet again. This last was made more difficult by some of the show I ended up watching on TV.
At a low point, I watched some vampire shows, including True Blood and Vampire Diaries. I also tried to watch one of the Twilight movies but failed to stay awake through it. It seemed the recurring theme of these was:
- Vampires are real
- Other supernatural creatures are real
- One girl or another is in love with the leading man vampire
What struck me in all of these shows is the rather perverse view taken of human life and personal responsibility. Much of these shows seem to focus on helping to hide the killings committed by the vampires, ostensibly because they are trying to improve and not kill other people. When I think back, the theme of dialog seems to be, "I know you killed that person. But I love you so I will cover it up and not tell anyone as long as you promise not to do it again."
I sometimes wonder whether the incredibly moronic people shown in entertainment represent real humanity. In the case of these shows, apparently very popular with young women, do they represent a real morality? Do the watchers truly believe that their adolescent feeling are more important than a respect for human life?
I know these shows are fiction. The show would be much different if the characters did what they should, which is to call in the authorities to address the killing and capture the killer. Far less angst there.
Stop Catering to Our Worst Impulses
The arrival of the MV Sun Sea carrying @400 potential Tamil refugees has given our media an opportunity to start fanning the flames of our worst natures. This is a symptom visible across the political spectrum. Please let me give a considered rant for a moment.
Categories: Politics, Talk Radio, Television, VoteTO Tags: canada-should-stop-catering-to, fanning the flames, immigrant canada, jerk, knee jerk, law, political refugee, RACIST, refugee, tamil refugees, threat
Jason Cherniak: Forget Coalition
I came across a posting on Facebook by Jason Cherniak regarding the often discussed Liberal/NDP coalition. He posted some excellent points and did not cross over to the whiny arguments in which so many revel. I have posted the Facebook link directly below and to make it easier for you, the reader, the content below. I suggest you follow the link to view the excellent comments which trail the posting.
HELP JEANNE ROBINSON STAY HEALTHY
Spider Robinson is one of the few authors whose books I reread with pleasure. Filled with ideas, his books are also written to stimulate the pleasure centres of the brain. One just cannot help but smile when reading any of the Callahan series. The smile continues to his other work, including the books he wrote with his wife, Jeanne. After both Robinsons have given me such pleasure, the least I can do is relay their request to you, the reader. You can read below about Jeanne's health issues and how we can all provide her assistance
Categories: Media Tags: jan-schroeder, Jeanne Robinson, Spider Robinson
