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Harper due for a 'charm offensive' in the fall with steady decline in approval ratings

A series of unfortunate political mistakes and scandals connected to the Conservative Party has significantly damaged Canadians' confidence in Prime Minister Stephen Harper, said pollster Nik Nanos....

Robocalls, investigations, and avoiding the mainstream media

Robocalls: "Never apologize for the lawful use of telephone or other forms of direct contact," Campaign Research's Richard Ciano told a gathering at a Manning Centre function last week.

Why Harper can't be impeached

Impeach Stephen Harper! More than a few Canadians have been making that demand in recent weeks. The robocall scandal, the (temporarily withdrawn) internet privacy legislation and a contemptuous...

Robocall scandal protested as citizens demand inquiry at second rally: video

On March 11, 2012, protestors gathered at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre to rally for an independent inquiry into the robocalls allegedly used during last year's elections to confuse voters.