How Ireland stayed neutral in a world at war
Under the leader ship of Eamon de Valera and with a very small army, virtually no aerial capability and little naval service, Ireland was a sitting duck in the Second World War…
Canada well placed to meet world’s growing energy demands
Compared to most other major oil and gas exporting nations, Canada clearly ranks as a responsible supplier…
Mussolini more a man of the left than of the right
His fascist program had more in common with an authoritarian socialist – rather than a right-wing - agenda…
Welcome to the Age of Wilful Stupidity
Donald Trump is the new normal: Leader of the Free World V2.0, specially adapted to thrive in an age of happy ignorance…
Johnson shows he’s prepared to force Brexit endgame
That doesn't mean the new U.K. administration will succeed where its predecessor failed. Nor does it mean that leaving the EU is wise…
No, Boris Johnson isn’t another Donald Trump
When these two world leaders hold their first summit, the Boris and Donald Show will be a meeting of two unique and different political minds…
What can we learn from one another today?
Each of us is worthy of dignity and respect. The more we embrace this truth about ourselves, the more we can see it in our neighbours.…
What exactly do U.S. socialism enthusiasts have in mind?
The Nordic countries, particularly Sweden, are often trotted out as great examples of superior social systems. But a closer look at the details raises concerns…
As crisis builds on the U.S.-Mexico border, Canadians are silent
So often we’ve ignored the most horrendous crimes against humanity. And we’re doing it again…
Did Canada just dodge a war with the Philippines?
The garbage at the centre of an international dispute was to arrive in Vancouver on the weekend…