Raise the Hammer
Our Unbelievable Mayor
Not only does Bratina change positions as quickly as the wind changes direction but his position appears to change depending on the day's circumstances or the audience to whom he is speaking.
by Adrian Duyzer
Published October 17, 2011 in Politics (25 comments)
Another Friday, Another Secretive Communication from City Hall
Hamilton City Council to hold in camera meeting on Monday or Tuesday, but no notice was sent to the news media or the public.
by Joey Coleman
Published September 03, 2011 in Politics (8 comments)
What's In A Vote?
Whatever method we use to count votes, we still need to ask a more basic question - what is a vote, and what does it mean?
by Undustrial
Published May 14, 2011 in Politics (22 comments)
Proudly But With Humility: Mayor Bratina's Inauguration Speech
Prepared notes from Mayor Bob Bratina's inauguration speech, provided by the mayor's office.
by RTH Staff
Published December 03, 2010 in Politics (9 comments)
Contact Your City Councillor or Trustee, Current Edition
Easy contact information for the newly elected municipal representatives.
by RTH Staff
Published December 02, 2010 in Politics (6 comments)
Government to Re-Introduce US-Style Copyright Bill
Prime Minister Harper has told his cabinet to ignore extensive public consultation on copyright reform and re-introduce a US-style bill that would curtail and criminalize fair-use rights for software and digital content.
by RTH Staff
Published May 06, 2010 in Politics (2 comments)
Engaging Citizens to Help Shape Burlington
A new citizens' advisory committee in Burlington seeks to develop best practices the city can use to do a better job of engaging the public.
by Ryan McGreal
Published February 12, 2010 in Politics (8 comments)
Integrity Commissioner Report on Clark: Leak was Politically Motivated, Violates Code of Conduct
George Rust-D'Eye concluded that Clark's action in leaking a recording served no public interest, was politically motivated, and violated the Code of Conduct.
by Ryan McGreal
Published August 07, 2009 in Politics (10 comments)
Overcoming Our Own Worst Enemy
For once let's rediscover our ambition and work together, with real public input, to help bring an NHL team to Hamilton.
by Trey Shaughnessy
Published May 11, 2009 in Politics (9 comments)
What's Really Chasing Investment Away
The next time a prospective business owner is scared away by the state of the Connaught or Lister Block, we can all thank our Council for throwing up yet more roadblocks to investment.
by Jason Leach
Published September 09, 2007 in Politics (3 comments)
Mayoral Candidate Accuses Newspaper of Favouritism
Diane Elms accused the Hamilton Spectator of playing favourites after Mayor Larry Di Ianni received advanced notice of an upcoming article on positive public attitudes toward the economy.
by Ryan McGreal
Published October 20, 2006 in Politics (3 comments)