If you want to vote for something different, for freedom issues and peace, and against the bailout, then vote Libertarian tomorrow, Oct. 14. (2008) You can read my campaign brochure here: https://canadianliberty.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/lpc-brochure_am5.pdf It explains pro-liberty ideals as well as my … Continue reading →
Norris Barens, Libertarian candidate for Vancouver Quadra posted the following comments here, which are very provocative. He makes an important distinction between individualism and collectivism, including ironic remarks that are bound to offend. I like his idea about how representatives … Continue reading →
My answers to questions posed by the Western Standard plus some additional comments: 1. Ezra Levant test – Will you repeal Section 13.1 of the Canadian Human Rights Act? You can learn more about that here: http://westernstandard.blogs.com/shotgun/2008/10/leaders-on-sect.html YES I … Continue reading →
Name: Alan Mercer Party: Libertarian Party of Canada Province: Ontario Riding: Scarborough—Rouge River Q&A from Canadian Firearms Institute and My Answers: “The gun registry is by no means complete. Only 7 million of the estimated 15 million guns that … Continue reading →
My statement from Tuesday evening (Oct. 7th) on CFRB Radio: My name is Alan Mercer and I’m running in Scarborough–Rouge River for the Libertarian Party. In everyday life, we negotiate with other people and try to respect their autonomy and choices. … Continue reading →
Things have been very busy. I’ll start by talking about Wednesday. Basically, I was torn about the Rogers TV event. There was some kind of opportunity for me there to speak after the debate or whatever [not to participate in … Continue reading →
I had the opportunity to participate in a call-in television show on CP-24, Tuesday, Sept. 30th 9:30-10:00 PM, representing the Libertarian Party of Canada. I’m just going to give a loose account of the interview, and the points aren’t in … Continue reading →
ISSUES I oppose the government’s war in Afghanistan and the continual NATO bombing of civilians – in our name – and the killing and maiming of soldiers also. I oppose torture, secret detentions and secret trials. I oppose the government … Continue reading →
The Scarborough Mirror / Toronto Community News provided an opportunity for candidates to record videos so I did that today. I think it will be up early next week here. Statement by Alan Mercer: In normal daily life, we try … Continue reading →
My responses to a Sun journalist’s questions for their online coverage (sticking to the word count limits given): KEY ISSUES I oppose the war in Afghanistan and constant killing of civilians. The government should leave people alone. Those who harm … Continue reading →