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13.10.22: A lot of attention has been placed on the Holocaust as the extermination of 6 million jews by the Nazis during WW2.
But did you know the Soviet Union helped Nazi Germany instigate the holocaust and also exterminated approx three times as many people prior to and during WW2 under the direction of Joseph Stalin ... and still not designated as war crimes?
Some of those in charge of the exterminations are alive (and addresses known) today.
This documentary (presented on a Rogers channel 525 a few days ago) "The Soviet Story" is an eye opener and has received favourable reviews from many historians. Thanks to Edvins Snore for putting it together in 2008.
It clearly identifies the Nazi-Soviet collaboration prior to WW2.
Of course, the current day Russia doesn't speak of it and has not had any pressure to arrest/prosecute those involved.
For economic reasons, apparently, Europe doesn't pursue the matter with Russia.
Time does tend to dull our memories of wars and it is important to document the reasons, resulting actions and outcomes ... in order to avoid war in the future.
As per the saying "War doesn't determine who is right ... only who is left".
13.10.19: An article, in the Toronto Star today (I can't include the link without paying the Star) and October 8th in the National Post, about another Stephen Harper problem.
Galati, on his own, without remuneration, declared unconstitutional the appointment by Harper to place Marc Nadon to the Supreme Court of Canada.
Nadon has since stepped aside "for now", even though the move was approved.
Another attempt by Harper to put his people in key positions.
In looking into Galati, I am very pleased to see what he has been doing ... an unpaid auditor general of Canadian constitutional matters ... to support the interests of all of us.
He is heading up a team of lawyers who will work pro bono (a portion of their time) to ensure constitutional accuracy on the part of federal government.
Galati has the tenacity to pursue challenging and thorny issues for some time.
He also indicated, a few years ago, CSIS was eavesdropping on his emails with clients ... confirmed by Snowden's NSA leak concerning global eavesdropping activities (by USA, Britain, and other countries such as Canada).
Hopefully, Galati is encouraged to continue offering these free and valuable services to Canadians.
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13.10.06: As you may know, I have been road biking a long time.
While well past my peak, I have found it o be a great way to stay healthy (excellent cardiovascular including hypertension reduction) without incurring pain.
Unlike jogging, which I also do occasionally, you can bike right after eating.
King Lui, owner of Giant (the largest bicycle maker), took it up at age 73 and has never looked back. This article is in the NY Times insert in today's Toronto Star.
07.10.13: In the Globe & Mail July 10th.
Alberta has approved oil-sands expansion 70KMs north of Fort McMurray, even though a joint review panel appointed by the federal environment minister indicated significant environmental impact.
Once again, Harper continues to clearly indicate the words environment and global warming are not in his vocabulary.
The Pembina Institute said Canada’s reputation is being put further at risk as it keeps approving oil-sands projects in the absence of adequate rules for global warming or wetland protection.
It is time for a change at the federal level. Hopefully, for our next federal elections, someone stands up for the environment ... and the majority of voters actually vote for the environment.
07.09.13: An article in the Toronto Star indicates hydrogen fuel cell is not forgotten.
In my opinion, it is the only sustainable automobile fuel for the future ... once we figure out a carbon neutral manufacturing process.
Until then, electric seems to be where current development is heading.
As we all are aware, Harper will not focus on the environment and, as a result, there is no alternate fuel long-term strategy for Canada.
Intelligent and knowledgeable people in Canada must push ahead and ignore the current government.
The fact is we have too much of the worse oil (tar sands) possible and too many entrepreneurs who are encouraged to exploit it.
The concern is we need to stop oil production world-wide immediately to minimize global warming irreplaceable impact to the planet.
This is not going to happen while so much money can be made in the short-term.
Alternate strategies need to be emphasized NOW.
By pushing ahead with hybrid automobiles, we have created a viable alternative fuel market and consumers are getting on board ... increasing the demand for alternate fuels.
GM has a site indicating their progress of hydrogen fuel. However, they are suggesting 2020 before we see any production. I feel this is an attempt to manage the advancement and ensure they (GM and Honda) control progress (similar to introduction of safety razor being much later than it could have been).
Perhaps, this has driven other automobile manufacturers to get development underway.
Toyota is introducing a hydrogen fuel cell car at the Tokyo Auto Show later in 2013.
Toyota is indicating production in 2015!
There is a glimmer of hope on the horizon ...
13.06.17: Milo's first birthday celebrations on Saturday.
Great weather, food and people!
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13.05.05: A very good time in Vancouver last month (click to enlarge).
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