Posted AT 9:56 PM EDT on 03/07/08
Choosing Henry Morgentaler
This year, July 1 was Order of Canada Day. What a racket. Louder than fireworks. It can't go to anyone controversial, some howled. Or it ought to be a symbol of unity. And what does this say about Canadian democracy?
Calm down. It's an award. It's not the result of a law of physics. Prizes always reflect the composition of the committee. It isn't the voice of God or even the electorate, which can also be disputed.
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