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OUR VIEW: The price of democracy – $32 per ballot

OUR VIEW: The price of democracy – $32 per ballot

Byelections usually have low voter turnouts. It’s understandable. There’s usually less awareness, less “buzz,” and, of course, one seat isn’t going to change a government or, usually, change the balance of power in government.
COLUMN: Lessons of love and oppression

COLUMN: Lessons of love and oppression

I cringe at what I am about to type. But it’s true. I expected a killer – home grown in the U.S. or foreign supported – to do what was done in Orlando this past weekend. In fact, a hate crime of such proportions was probably overdue.
LETTERS: Byelection result was a call for change

LETTERS: Byelection result was a call for change

Dear Editor The byelection win last week by an independent candidate over a candidate endorsed and supported by the full might of pro-government coalition is truly remarkable.
LETTERS: Who’s going to keep the schools clean now?

LETTERS: Who’s going to keep the schools clean now?

Dear Editor Regarding the layoff notices given to day shift custodians in the New West schools, I wonder who will be cleaning up after a child vomits on the desk or floor at 10 a.m., or will the teacher and students have to bear the smell until 3 p.
LETTERS: Why do parents care so little about their children’s schools?

LETTERS: Why do parents care so little about their children’s schools?

Dear Editor I am addressing this letter to all parents in New West who have children and grandchildren in the New West school system.
OPINION: Train accident revives oil transport debate

OPINION: Train accident revives oil transport debate

A recent accident just south of the U.S. border didn't receive a lot of media attention in Canada, but it should nevertheless serve as a reminder that the debate about energy in this country is not just about building pipelines.
COLUMN: Life is good at 35 in New West

COLUMN: Life is good at 35 in New West

The ’80s were good to some newspapers – not so good to others. It was a time when newspaper chains were taking over independents and family-run papers couldn’t rely on traditional connections to keep their businesses going.
OUR VIEW: It’s true. Although skepticism persists

OUR VIEW: It’s true. Although skepticism persists

It’s good news. Period. And we offer a simple and sincere thank you to Education Minister Mike Bernier for closing the deal. The government has committed over $100 million to a new high school in New Westminster.
LETTERS: Don’t just shrug and ignore this byelection

LETTERS: Don’t just shrug and ignore this byelection

Dear Editor, Re: “This byelection is an important one," Our View, the Record , June 2. I agree with most of your excellent editorial but hedge on one vital point.
LETTERS: "Reconciliation" requires common sense and sensitivity

LETTERS: "Reconciliation" requires common sense and sensitivity

Dear Editor: An open letter to Mr. Bill Chu, CEO of the Canadians for Reconciliation Society, Clearly, Mr.