Opinion Columns

It’s possible that you’re as shocked as I am that it’s 2024. I’m sure my journals over the years would… Continue reading “Tick tock on climate change action”

Lindsay is growing too fast While there is nothing wrong with gradual, well thought out development, the current plans for… Continue reading “Agree to Disagree”

We all know how social media works. If I choose to read one article on why Prime Minister Justin Trudeau… Continue reading “Nana AI vs. the algorithms”

Opinion is probably split on whether people want their city council commenting on issues that might go beyond their normal… Continue reading “A modest Christmas proposal”

David Rapaport, the author, is an adjunct professor of sociology at Trent University. He lives in Lindsay. Just when it… Continue reading “Still waiting for the bus”

In North American society – especially within the middle class – we typically define ourselves by what we do. After… Continue reading “In defence of work”

I have found myself still thinking about a recent decision made by Kawartha Lakes council. In a rather unusual move,… Continue reading “Lack of heritage designation for Mackenzie Mansion was a mistake”