Canadian Politics
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Prime Meat: Stephen Harper Without His Sweater Vest
Artist Margaret Sutherland claims she was making a satirical political statement with her now-famous painting, Emperor Haute Couture, which depicts Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper completely naked. I have to admit that I’m transfixed by the piece, but I’m not sure what statement it’s making. I can see how the work echoes Manet’s Olympia, which…
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There Are No Bad Jobs (Only Bad Politicians)
While contemplating reforms to Canada’s Employment Insurance plan, finance minister Jim Flaherty — who makes $235,000 a year — remarked this week that “There is no bad job. The only bad job is not having a job.” I beg to differ. Here’s three positions I would say no to: 1. Orange Juice Connoisseur: Sorry Bev…
Matthew Hague 