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Paul G. Thomas

Paul G. Thomas is professor emeritus of political studies at the University of Manitoba.


Speaker Fergus should not resign

There is a saying: ‘To err is human, to blame is politics.’ The proceedings of the House of Commons have become too much about naming and blaming and too seldom about learning and improvement. When there are abuses or mistakes, there are instantly calls for resignations. However, as another saying goes, ‘the  punishment should fit the crime.’ 

opinion | BY PAUL G. THOMAS | December 13, 2023