Public interest in things military will wane if Canadian defence fails to perform in Afghanistan
WASHINGTON, D.C.–The first Canadian contingent of what ultimately will be an approximately 1,800-man force has departed for Afghanistan with the commitment of a year in country. [Graph Not Transcribed] It is an unloved, much criticized effort. There are strong reports that the military establishment did not want this commitment; instead it would have preferred to […]
Americans, British face serious credibility test over weapons of mass destruction
Transparency is meant to be a basic tenet of democracy. But lack of it, especially in crucial foreign policy decisions can cause much consternation in democratic states. [Graph Not Transcribed] Such is the case now as both U.S. President George Bush and British Prime Minister Tony Blair struggle to convince their respective citizens, of the […]
I want a review of drug patent laws too: Masse
PARLIAMENT HILL–Over the last few months, there has been a lot of interest around what many perceive to be a pretty boring and tedious topic: patents. In particular, people are interested in the patent regulations that dictate the terms and conditions that brand-name pharmaceutical companies as well as generic companies operate within. [Graph Not Transcribed] […]
Blair’s political body blow
It’s a contest about trust. It is one that both sides are losing. The current struggle between British Prime Minister Tony Blair and the BBC dates back to May 29 when BBC Radio’s flagship public affairs program, Today, made the sensational accusation that the government had ordered the “sex(ing) up” of an intelligence report on […]
Notable quotes on Manley’s ill-fated Grit leadership campaign: ‘the Liberal Party needs renewal, renewal is much more than a change of leaders:’ John Manley
-“My intention was to run and my intention is still to run.” –Deputy Prime Minister John Manley, Feb. 20, 2003, The Ottawa Citizen. [Graph Not Transcribed] -“I don’t think [a coronation] would be good for the party, I don’t think it would be good for the country and I don’t think it would be good […]
I’m no pollster worshipper
TORONTO–As somebody who has not worshipped at the shrine of public opinion pollsters, your correspondent was pleased upon reading three recent columns by nationally-known writers questioning the wisdom of believing everything a pollster says. [Graph Not Transcribed] In The Toronto Star, both Ottawa columnist Chantal Hebert and freelancer Rick Anderson, former campaign director of the […]
Intern life on the Hill hectic: ‘internship programs are a win-win’: Maloney
PARLIAMENT HILL–Every summer, Parliament Hill welcomes more than 50 interns from across the globe. From the United States to the Ukraine, interns come to Ottawa to gain valuable work experience, enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Parliament Hill and capture its unique feel by enrolling in a summer internship program. For five to 10 weeks, the […]
Big John has a long row to hoe
Hoover Time… Or, in the technical vernacular, time for Canada’s Finance Minister and Deputy PM to do some major sucking up. John Manley got started last week with his surprise announcement that he was dropping out of the leadership race. He declared Paul Martin the next Prime Minister of Canada and said he would be […]
Major changes on regulatory framework unlikely until Chretien leaves: MPs
Canada’s brand-name and generic drug companies are gearing up for another round in the battle over patent protection this fall, and the first of what could be a series of skirmishes is likely to take place in the room where the House Industry Committee holds its first meeting. The committee, which held hearings on the […]
Anatomy of an exit strategy
He’s down, but not out: John Manley realized he had no chance of winning the next Liberal leadership, but he’s going to be there the next time around. This, at least, is the opinion of many of his closest advisers who spoke to The Hill Times last week. “He is now focusing on bringing the […]
