This Sunday, Mark welcomes two veteran political journalists to discuss the week in national politics. Viewers are also welcome to contribute their thoughts about the big stories of the week.
On the program:
John Ibbitson, Ottawa Bureau Chief for The Globe and Mail
Louise Elliott, CBC Radio’s Parliamentary Reporter
Tune in, call in, and tweet in, this Sunday, to talk about:
CYBERCRIME BILL BACKLASH: The Public Safety Minister became a lightning rod in the debate over online privacy this week. The Protecting Children from Internet Predators Act would broaden powers to police the internet, giving authorities access to personal details without a warrant. The government now appears ready to amend its bill. But not before the discussion touched off a fierce debate and even spawned a controversial Twitter account. Is Bill C-30 an invasion of privacy? How far should authorities be allowed to go when policing the internet?
CANADIAN, ON CONDITION? Justin Trudeau said on a radio show that if Canada adopts Stephen Harper's values, he might want to make Quebec a separate country. Trudeau says he is not a separatist. He says the real issue is that Canadians don't agree with the Conservative government's principles. What do the comments say about the Liberal MP? And is he right about Canada's values?
CUTS OR CRISIS: As governments of all levels begin to cut back on spending, Ontario received some tough medicine this week. A former bank economist delivered dire warnings and a long list of recommendations to cut services. Meanwhile, Alberta’s Finance Minister admits his government also needs to be more efficient delivering education, health care and social programs. How far should governments go to balance their budgets?
MANDATORY MINIMUMS: An Ontario Superior Court judge refused to impose a mandatory minimum sentence, saying it would be cruel and unusual punishment. It's an example of a growing backlash, as the government prepares to introduce more mandatory
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