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Of empathy and domination

Of empathy and domination

I disagree with a remark Mike Maslen made in his Dec. 1 letter in which he says, "Far too much has been made of the perceived threat that Syrians pose to Christians.
Flu message doesn’t add up

Flu message doesn’t add up

What a curious article in the paper stating that it is mandatory that all non-vaccinated people wear a mask when visiting the health unit, hospital and care facilities, while the rest of the article used the word should.
The trouble with Trump

The trouble with Trump

A switch was flipped this week regarding the public perception of Donald Trump.
The wonder of water

The wonder of water

Water, water every where; nor any drop to drink. Water is the one constant the world over. To the best of our knowledge, all forms of life – from simple bacteria to massive trees and animals – require water.
Up-and-comers

Up-and-comers

Earlier in my banking career I might have dismissed them as unqualified. Two young guys in their late 20's were trying to buy out a more seasoned businessman from his well-established operation.
Freedom of speech, but no freedom of guns

Freedom of speech, but no freedom of guns

Well, by the letters it seems the opposing faculty should all just shut up, be sheep and follow the heard.
Making a list and checking it twice

Making a list and checking it twice

Here is a short assignment for all those who think James Moore is an appropriate chancellor for UNBC. Look up the biographies of ten university chancellors in Canada (Google will allow you to do this in a few minutes).
Exposure to new ideas

Exposure to new ideas

I wholeheartedly agreed with David N. Moffat where he wrote that UNBC should not discriminate against conservatives. I believe our university should be active in recruiting conservative students. When I entered university I was a rabid conservative.
Rewarding a trimmer

Rewarding a trimmer

I think Willow Arune's letter is brilliantly written.
Opposition is wide-ranging

Opposition is wide-ranging

Let us not forget that those in opposition to James Moore's appointment as chancellor of UNBC come from across the university community. Faculty, students, staff, alumni and community members have all voiced their opinion on the petition opposing Mr.