Thanks for digging up these nuggets of history. It was great fun reading about these truth-telling comedian-politicians. We sure could use more of them.
Just last night I googled John Turmel, wondering what he was doing now. And in a recent election (perhaps the most recent) I was hoping there was a Rhino candidate in my riding.
I just love the British sarcasm and sense of humour! Count Binface is pure traditional British politics and I sincerely hope he beats Farage! Now that would be ironic! I enjoy reading your articles for the way you put the issues in historical context. I hope president Zelensky does the right thing…he needs to check his impulsivity…but we need to understand the kind of pressure he is under. He however did a fantastic job of uniting Ukrainians and of crystallizing their identity.
Thanks for digging up these nuggets of history. It was great fun reading about these truth-telling comedian-politicians. We sure could use more of them.
Justin, this is what I subscribed for: the way you circle around and bring so much into a story. This one is fabulous!
Just last night I googled John Turmel, wondering what he was doing now. And in a recent election (perhaps the most recent) I was hoping there was a Rhino candidate in my riding.
Fascinating essay. Now for a listen to the music - always a great way to chill.
PS: Many thanks for the Dizzy tune. It got me dancing with my shadow all around the room. (ha, ha)
I just love the British sarcasm and sense of humour! Count Binface is pure traditional British politics and I sincerely hope he beats Farage! Now that would be ironic! I enjoy reading your articles for the way you put the issues in historical context. I hope president Zelensky does the right thing…he needs to check his impulsivity…but we need to understand the kind of pressure he is under. He however did a fantastic job of uniting Ukrainians and of crystallizing their identity.