Citizen actions: Peace and Politics

The HST can be stopped and only we can do it!

There is a huge, organized movement that we can join. Let's give it our wholehearted effort. The least you can, and need to, do is sign the petition, and here's where and when you can do that

http://fighthst.com/locations/?region1=ALL%20LOCATIONS%20IN%...

For a deeper perspective and greater context, here's an article by Howard Zinn, a veteran activist for progressive causes (whole article at http://www.peace.ca/ongettingalong.htm ) I find it poignant and relevant for us progressives at this juncture:

I stopped by my MLA's office this morning. This is a watershed election, folks, make no bones about it, and we have just a week to get out the progressive vote. VOTE and vote early. May 6-9 you can cast your advance ballots. A lot is at stake:

the future of BC Hydro as a crown corporation;
the health of our rivers, and public power;
our salmon;
the livability of our region...

Our rivers and the very future of public power for the benefit of the people and for the people are at risk in this election. The Run of River private power projects (PPP) are a hoax, and a power grab. We must oust the current government on May 12 if we care about these issues.

This is an important opportunity (from SaveOurNet.ca). The CRTC is seeking to engage the public in an online consultation regarding what Canadians want from their Internet. Your input will help shape the upcoming hearings on Internet traffic management practices.