Provocations

Why Canada's international image lies in tatters

"I think climate change is doing to Canada's international image what whaling has done to Japan's."

Canada's getting growing criticism for its retarded attitude towards handling climate change. News reports only add confusion with their sound bytes. Here's a brief, direct and (I think) informed outline of why Canada is seen as an obstacle to action:

Gian Gomeshi interviews Margaret Atwood on her new book: The Year of the Flood

Margaret Atwood keeps Gian Gomeshi in line. She's the adult here. I hardly ever read books but this one tempts me. And she gets her facts straight - and current too.

Find out where this fits in: "St. Robert Burns of Mice"!

Just one more quote. "Politicians: 90% of their brain space is occupied with 'How do I get elected next time?'"

Enjoy the interview - the 21 minutes just zip by.

• Margaret Atwood
• The Year of the Flood - her new book

Did the Canadian Government know that Afghan detainees would be tortured?

Do you think the government knew that Afghan detainees would be tortured if turned over to Afghan authorities?

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Originally from this CBC web page