Truth be told, I could never sit through the perennial holiday "classic" It’s a Wonderful Life. Many people make an annual ritual of watching this movie, but I always thought the story schlocky and Jimmy Stewart’s performance overwrought. I recently changed my view when I saw a theatrical version of the story told in the 1946 Frank Capra movie. At the Royal Manitoba … [Read more...] about It’s a wonderful economic life lesson
Archives for December 2018
In defence of Stats Can’s financial-data request
Statistics Canada’s proposal to collect a range of detailed financial data from 500,000 Canadians has certainly touched a nerve. Many commentators argue this invades privacy and is overreach, while only a few brave pundits defend the plan. The tide of public opinion has turned and our system of official statistics is under serious threat. … [Read more...] about In defence of Stats Can’s financial-data request
