Category Archives: Oh! the humanity.

Scarborough Wading Pool Wonkiness #TOpoli

So, I liveblogged about this wading pool nonsense over here: http://torontolo.gy/making-sausages/council-sessions/20130510-liveblog/ Councillor Norm Kelly waxed poetic over wading pools: “Kelly: I think NPS should be the “people’s place” let the snootiness and hautiness of the other places be that. There’s … Continue reading

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Mike “the poor will always be with us, so cut the budget” Del Grande sees the light on the road to damascus #TOpoli

Hat tip to Matt Elliot for capturing this glorious hypocritical freakout courtesy of Mike Del Grande. Del Grande: “Madam Chair, yesterday I went for a walk and I ran into Mrs. D. Her and her husband are empty nesters and … Continue reading

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Tomorrow is the TPSB meeting…oh goodie, oh yay. #TOpoli

Super happy fun magic times, kids. Tomorrow’s TPSB meeting will have such delightful and fun items as: Response by Police to People Experiencing Mental Health Issues. Will include things like MCITs and a little video of some of the training. … Continue reading

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Want to Depute at the TPSB Special Meeting April 29th? #TOpoli

“If you would like to deliver an oral deputation to the Board at its special meeting on April 29, 2013, please contact Karlene Bennett, Acting Board Administrator, at 416-808-7265 or karlene.bennett@tpsb.ca by 9:00 AM on April 29, 2013 to confirm … Continue reading

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How To Call Out Sexism/Racism/Transphobia Without Getting Death/Rape Threats: A Guide for Women

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Merry Christmas, I got you a block.

Where are all the wimminz in public discourse? Maybe they just can’t handle politics. They’re feelings get in the way. Or they’re only capable of group think or reading feminist vetted media because they can’t handle balanced, rational thought and … Continue reading

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The Nature of Narrative: Misterhood of the Unflattering Pants

I’m not going to address the reality of coming from a political family or being heir to a multi-million dollar company. I’m not going to discuss anything other than the lens of perception. You know why people voted for Ford? … Continue reading

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A portrait of Bor-ey and Grey #photoblog #CityHallSleepover #PeoplesFilibuster

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Canada, on this, your day of days – look to the past for what your future should be. #photoblog #cdnpoli

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