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I have written extensively on political issues, mostly involving American foreign and domestic policy, and also issues in common with Canada such as the ongoing Omar Khadr case. My favorite outlets are OpEd News and ICH, but I have written for other online and print publications over the years, and am proud to have been published alongside such names as Gore Vidal, Ralp Nader, the late Kurt Vonnegut Jr., Noam Chomsky, Presidents Carter, Clinton and Castro, Joe Bageant, and many others. I hope I have been able to contribute a little to the intelligent discourse found here and rare sites elsewhere.
In addition, I have written, produced, and directed humorous short films, and recently produced a filmed stand-up comedy competition at Vancouver's lovely Center for Performing Arts. A documentary will ensue.
For over twenty years I assisted my wife Brenda Carr in the running of 'The Studio' a safe-haven Art Program for Vancouver Street youth. The program provided various art media, but more importantly a safe and non-judgemental temporary refuge from the streets. We provided rudimentary food, clothing, small loans (or gifts), assistance with housing or job searches, addiction counseling, and basically whatever it took. And yes, we gave out our home phone number for use in emergencies only. The courtesy was never abused.
Of the thousands of youth who went through the one-person program (one a heroin addict at age twelve) the vast majority emerged from family and personal difficulties relatively unscathed and 'normal', some to have families of their own. We did lose some to suicide, substance abuse, accident, illness, and one to Robert Pickton, the notorious pig-farmer/serial killer. They are all remembered fondly.
I am currently working with a number of extremely talented actors. I am writing, producing, and directing a sketch comedy pilot for television, and hope to receive funding for our first full season.
OpEd News Member for 888 week(s) and 5 day(s)
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Wednesday, April 29, 2009
The Man Behind the Hood SHARE
The story of the ongoing torture of Ali Shalal, the hooded and wired man standing on a box, arms outstretched at Abu Grahaib. He was a lecturer, not a 'terrorist', but that didn't matter to the real American terrorists.
The Man Behind the Hood SHARE
The story of the ongoing torture of Ali Shalal, the hooded and wired man standing on a box, arms outstretched at Abu Grahaib. He was a lecturer, not a 'terrorist', but that didn't matter to the real American terrorists.
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Attack at Beit Ommar SHARE
Once again Israeli soldiers have invaded a Palestinian village, ransacked homes, attacked people, and spread terror.
Attack at Beit Ommar SHARE
Once again Israeli soldiers have invaded a Palestinian village, ransacked homes, attacked people, and spread terror.
Saturday, January 3, 2009
Kyrie Eleison SHARE
Laments the Bush Administration's cruel use of torture.
Kyrie Eleison SHARE
Laments the Bush Administration's cruel use of torture.
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Friday, November 28, 2008
Bones SHARE
Why President Obama must hold members of the Bush administration criminally responsible for its actions.
Bones SHARE
Why President Obama must hold members of the Bush administration criminally responsible for its actions.
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
All The King's Men SHARE
Discussion of the importance of an Obama Administration seeking justice for crimes of the bush Administration.
All The King's Men SHARE
Discussion of the importance of an Obama Administration seeking justice for crimes of the bush Administration.
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
All The King's Men SHARE
Discussion of the importance of an Obama Administration seeking justice for crimes of the bush Administration.
All The King's Men SHARE
Discussion of the importance of an Obama Administration seeking justice for crimes of the bush Administration.
(3 comments)
Monday, July 28, 2008
Fallujah: America's Heart of Darkness SHARE
The American forces' seige of Fallujah involved the very types of illegal weapons of mass destruction that were part of the excuse for invading Iraq in the first place.
Fallujah: America's Heart of Darkness SHARE
The American forces' seige of Fallujah involved the very types of illegal weapons of mass destruction that were part of the excuse for invading Iraq in the first place.
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Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Bring Omar Khadr Home SHARE
A Canadian youth has languished in America's terror and torture gulag for six years. It's an abomination.
Bring Omar Khadr Home SHARE
A Canadian youth has languished in America's terror and torture gulag for six years. It's an abomination.
Friday, July 11, 2008
“Non-Lethal” Weapons: Where Science and Technology Service Repression SHARE
Raytheon, which profited hugely after 9/11, is manufacturing frightening new weapons to be used against dissenting Americans.
“Non-Lethal” Weapons: Where Science and Technology Service Repression SHARE
Raytheon, which profited hugely after 9/11, is manufacturing frightening new weapons to be used against dissenting Americans.
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Reefer Madness: Not!!! SHARE
Chastizes Canada's RCMP for stupidity and brutality.
Reefer Madness: Not!!! SHARE
Chastizes Canada's RCMP for stupidity and brutality.
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Tasers & The RCMP SHARE
The RCMP, along with many other police forces, have been misusing Tasers as bully tools, torture tools, and sometimes implements od death. It has to stop.
Tasers & The RCMP SHARE
The RCMP, along with many other police forces, have been misusing Tasers as bully tools, torture tools, and sometimes implements od death. It has to stop.
