Opinion

"Racism will do for society what root rot does for the raspberry bush. If the herbicides and pruning haven’t addressed the problem, maybe it’s also time to take a closer look at the cultural soil our society depends on for its nutrients."

"When I see a person wearing a mask, I wonder if that person is sick and should be at home."

"Alberta boasts educational excellence that is recognized nationally and internationally. This excellence is a direct result of the talented teachers and staff demonstrating their commitment to their students – our children – every day."

"Those countries that have ignored preventative measure like distancing, wearing masks in public and among groups indoors, quarantine and self-isolation have fared much worse than those that have not. The record is available online for all who are interested to see."

"Councillor Watkins brings so much more value to our city council with the diverse committees he sits on to dismiss him for a mistake. It’s not like he sits there and curses and swears in every meeting."

Make masks mandatory to hide from COVID-19 and prepare to wear them for the rest of your life. How could it be otherwise? Once government dictates such a measure, it will never entirely disown it – even when this current threat passes.

"Thanks to the efforts of the St. Albert Public Library's reader services librarian, Luise Mendler-Johnson, the seniors club members are meeting again via Zoom."

"Why must future development which benefits ALL citizens be forfeited for the sake of a few opposed?"

"The problem is that collectively we have spent trillions to date, and no one wants to admit it didn't work. How much more do we spend before we stop throwing good money after bad?"