“The most important causes, in every country alike, are to be found in general conditions rather than in particular events, though we must never underestimate the influence of individuals like Philip the Fair or Simon de Montfort.”
Bertie Wilkinson, The Creation of Mediaeval Parliaments
In my latest National Post column I say the “Gilets jaunes” in France have legitimate grievances. But unfortunately not legitimate solutions.
In my latest National Post column I say the idea of a government cartel to reduce oil production in Alberta is at least as bad as it sounds.
“The most neglected history is recent history.”
G.K. Chesterton, quoted by Luke Sharp in Gilbert! magazine Vol. 7 #4 (Jan.-Feb. 2004)
In my latest National Post column I say GM closing plants after swallowing huge government subsidies teaches a sharp lesson… for those willing to learn.