The untimely demise of the Western Standard is sad news for Canada's conservative movement.
Now more than ever, the country needs a strong, principled conservative voice.
I hope someone soon emerges to help fill the void.
In the meantime, Terry O'Neill is posting his articles which would would have been in the magazine on the the Standard's Blog. Here's one on the judiciary which quotes me.
About Me
- Gerry Nicholls
- Gerry Nicholls is a communications consultant and writer who has been called a “political warrior” a “brilliant strategist” and one of the “canniest political observers in Canada.” He has worked as a consultant in both the United States and Canada and was formerly a senior officer in the National Citizens Coalition. A regular columnist with the Ottawa Hill Times, his work has also appeared in the Globe and Mail, the National Post and in the Sun Media chain; and he has appeared on countless TV and radio public affairs programs. He is the author of the book, Loyal to the Core, Harper, Me and the NCC.
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Reviews for Loyal to the Core
“Loyal to the Core is a daring and provocative work. It deserves to be read by conservative activists and politicos.” – Western Standard
“This is a very important book.” -- Michael Coren, TV host
“A fascinating read” --- Seamus O'Regan, Canada AM
“I really enjoyed Loyal to the Core. It’s a great book”, - Charles Adler, radio host.
"Loyal to the Core should be required reading for anyone considering or starting a career at a conservative think tank or in electoral politics in general …Consider Loyal to the Core a cautionary tale that’s also a funny, easy read – with a few highly “stealable” ideas for media campaigns thrown in for good measure.”- Kathy Shaidle, author Tyranny of Nice
“Every Canadian remotely interested in politics and the state of the country should have a read of Loyal to the Core. – blogger Wendy Sullivan
"It’s rare to find a politico, however, who is equally passionate about policy and strategy, but columnist, pundit, author and Western Standard blogger Gerry Nicholls is such a person." Matthew Johnson, owner Western Standard
"If you are a conservative who wonders how conservatives can communicate their message in a hostile media climate, Loyal to the Core is a must read." -- At Home in Hespeler
"You HAVE TO read this book!" -- Connie Fournier Free Dominion
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7 comments:
... It makes sense... the whole "eastern/western" thing has become a counter-productive tribal division.
if I read Ezra's letter correctly, only the printed version is being discontinued.
The online edition will (hopefully) continue.
I agree with Iain that the "Western" should be dropped to avoid regional labeling.
How about "Canadian Standard" or even just "The Standard".
Score one for the good guys!
Not exactly sad myself. I believe in a healthy democracy you need both left, centre, and right wing publications, but at least have thoughtful and intelligent ones, not a bunch of trash and rants. I don't often agree with Mark Steyn, but at least his articles are well written. People like Ezra Levant are nothing but a bunch of trash and they don't even make convincing arguments to advance their causes. If anything the Western Standard probably turned people away from conservatism since they seemed to just re-enforce all the negative stereotypes people have of conservatism.
You don't agree with Mark Steyn?
You mean Bin Laden is not dead and the Iraq War wasn't over within two weeks????
I've been Steyn-walled!!
Seriously, Miles lunn. You have finally said something that I agree with.
The angry venom of accusations/spin coming from the Western Standard does much damage to the cause of conservatism in Canada.
As does the Civitas boys writing stuff like "Atlantic Premiers addicted to cash" on complex issues such as the Atlantic Accord.
Anonymous - Western Standard was essentially Canada's version of Ann Coulter, Rush Limbaugh, Fox News, and other right wing radio talk shows. The problem for conservatives is that type of garbage may sell well south of the border, but it doesn't here and simply ensures many people who might have conservative leanings stay away from it.
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