Editorial

Conservatism: supporting the freedom of the individual

By
Spencer Fernando
As a Conservative, I am often disappointed by some of the misconceptions about conservatism that exist on university campuses. I will take this opportunity to correct the record. The foundation of conservatism is a belief...
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Pipeline to prosperity

By
Spencer Fernando
Oil pipelines are simply an economic necessity. If we want a strong economy, we need to export resources to willing buyers; there are willing buyers for our oil, and to get that oil to them...
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Innocent until proven guilty

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Spencer Fernando
“We don’t have a gun problem. We have a criminal problem, we have a gang problem, we have problems with people who have no regard for the law whatsoever. And the very people the...
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UMSU membership should be voluntary

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Spencer Fernando
Students are allowed to opt out of UMSU Health and Dental Coverage. Why can’t the majority of students opt out of UMSU Membership itself? Some people may find the above question a bit startling or...
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Diwali

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Spencer Fernando
On Oct. 26, scores of people in South Asia celebrated Diwali, the festival of lights. Countless Canadians celebrated as well, in a tradition that is growing in significance and influence in our country. Diwali,...
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Steady in uncertain times

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Spencer Fernando
As the Euro zone fights to avoid disaster, people worldwide are on edge. Having slowly climbed our way out the depths of the recession of 2008, there is renewed fear of a recession around...
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The importance of Remembrance Day

By
Spencer Fernando
This year marks the end of Canada’s combat mission in Afghanistan. After a decade of service, our armed forces return home, having shown Canada’s resilience and strength on the world stage. Canadians are remarkably fortunate...
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