Mike's Daily Comment

Michael Levy: Commerce Trumps Human Rights

Posted by Michael Levy

on Friday, 21 June 2019 6:51

While China has imposed economic trade sanctions and has incarcerated 2 Canadian citizens the crown corporation Destination Canada, along with other sponsors are in Beijing today hosting a gala dinner promoting tourism Canada, seemingly turning a blind eye to the despicable human rights violations of the Chinese.

Time is Running Out

on Wednesday, 19 June 2019 8:49

Fact: According to a recent poll within 72 hours, 93% of the people who bid in the Newmont/Goldcorp Special Olympics auction woke up even more good looking and intelligent. Some winning bidders even went from a “3” to a “10”.  Provincial law prevents us from guaranteeing that but we like your chances.

This is just a friendly reminder that there’s just hours left to get instant entry into everyone’s good books. (The auction closes at 7:30 Thursday evening.)

Just CLICK HERE – sign up and start bidding on a variety of great items.

Are You Up For A Challenge?

See if you can outbid me.

Of course, the big reason is to help Special O provide life-changing opportunities and an essential bridge to the community at large for over 5,200 children, teenagers and adults with intellectual disabilities.

Every dollar raised in the auction enables another of our special needs individual to play a sport, maybe take a trip to a provincial championship or get some essential medical attention through Special O’s Healthy Athlete screening program. Your bid or donation will help another four year old join the renowned Active Start program in order to improve their motor skills.

If you’re not the winning bidder you can still go to the site and donate.

The action online auction runs through Thursday evening, June 20th, when the auction closes at approximately 7:30. And then winners will be notified.

Your help is important and appreciated.

Sincerely,

Mike

The Cost of Emphasizing Advocacy over Critical Thinking in Public Education

Posted by Michael Campbell

on Tuesday, 18 June 2019 6:34

The massive increase in social discord and division has been fueled by the dominance of the progressive agenda in public educations.  It’s hardly a surprise that when students are taught there is only one valid opinion that they’ll dismiss…even attack any others.

A Very Uncomfortable Question

Posted by Michael Campbell

on Monday, 17 June 2019 16:14

As you know, the MoneyTalks team are full on supporters of Special Olympics. Some will say I’m a pain in the ass about it. Thankfully many others appreciate hearing about the opportunity to help out.

I know that I can go on and on about the importance of helping individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families so I promise I will be brief and ask only one question. If someone you know had a child with Down Syndrome, autism or Fragile X …maybe a niece, nephew or grandchild – would you be more interested? Would you take a couple of minutes and bid on a silent auction item or donate or get the business you work for to sponsor?

My bet is yes, which is why is why I invite people to take a minute and think about these families and individuals. The difference you can make in their lives is huge. Obviously, I think that they deserve our help – many of our MoneyTalks listeners, clients and analysts agree.  I hope you do too.

And in addition to an easy online donation option – there is a fantastic opportunity to bid on some really cool stuff! You can donate and/or bid at the Special Olympics auction by going to newmontgoldcorp.com – bidding ends on Thursday at 7:30pm.

Going After Your Home

Posted by Michael Campbell

on Monday, 17 June 2019 8:04

Someone pays income tax and a myriad of other taxes to the three levels of government – takes what’s left and buys a home. Then pays property taxes, insurance and upkeep but still some people think that it’s not enough.