Tuesday, June 2, 2020

Ottawa Observations: Tuesday, June 2, 2020



Our compilation of some of the stories of note from the day, reviewing the political developments from the Federal scene for   Tuesday, June 2, 2020 

American protests, American unrest

Political infighting, paralysis intensifies as U.S. protests against police brutality escalate
Biden says Trump not leading during crisis; is 'consumed with his blinding ego'
Donald Trump's journey to authoritarianism is a well-worn path
Donald Trump just wants to watch the world burn
Trump or no Trump, Canada's relationship with the U.S. isn't going back to 'normal' soon
Trudeau says Canadians watching US events in 'horror' avoids naming Trump after long pause
Political leaders in Canada weigh in on Trump's response to U.S. protests
In Donald Trump's America, 'fascism is having a moment'
Trump hits the lowest point of the lowest presidency
America is burning with no end in sight
Trump may be backing off military threat amid George Floyd protests: sources
What is the US Insurrection Act of 1807 and what can Trump do with it?




Canadians held in China / China tensions

BCE, Telus pick European suppliers for 5G network gear, leaving Huawei role unclear
Bell, Telus to use Nokia and Ericsson, not Huawei, in building their next generation 5G networks
Facing Beijing's new security law, will more Hong Kongers seek asylum in Canada?
China's actions put Hong Kong's special status at risk, Canada warns
Foreign takeovers study a good step for Canada's China file


The Global Coronavirus (COVID-19)

New Brunswick doctor says he does not know where he picked up COVID-19
Active COVID-19 cases fall to lowest number since public health emergency declared
Has Ontario's reopening led to more COVID-19? Dare we go further? Four charts show where we are in the battle
Canada orders 37M syringes to be ready for COVID-19 vaccinations
Canada prepares to tackle COVID-19 on a city-by-city basis as outbreak diverges
BC records only 4 new coronavirus cases from new outbreaks at 2 companies
'Many questions' after report that WHO praised China to get COVID-19 data: Trudeau
Dr Bonnie Henry on viral and antibody testing, Adrian Dix on province's approach
Two new COVID-19 outbreaks in BC offices



                                                                                                                                     
Globe and Mail

Trudeau won't say whether Canada will apologize for history of slavery or pay reparations
As US boils over, calls for Canadian justice ring out in House of Commons
Government tables $87-billion in spending estimates to cover pandemic expenses
Only one third of BC's students return to the classroom, despite assurances
With just 16,000 applicants, small business groups say early uptake of the commercial rent relief program has been disappointing
Protests against police brutality show there's more than one public health crisis
RCMP ask outside force to investigate officer after video shows Mountie drive truck into man
Lockdown a 'multi-layered crisis for Canada,' IMF chief economist says
The surging loonie has aligned with the stock market - and that's a reason for concern
United Nations to hold unprecedented physically distanced Security Council elections to respect COVID measures
House of Commons can manage virtual voting securely if MPs want it, Speaker says
During a pandemic, the post secondary classroom remains a half-life
Trudeau expresses concerns over Israeli and Chinese policies, says they undermine peace


CBC

Liberals detail changes to COVID-19 aid as they ask MPs to OK new spending
By the numbers: Federal projected spending on direct supports due to COVID-19 hits $152,7B
Ex-ministers, ambassadors call on Trudeau to push back against Israeli annexation plan
Federal government continues to add to COVID-19 supply stores to meet future demand
Canada pledges $40M to 'avert catastrophe' in Yemen
Don't expect games or competitions anytime soon, says BC's return to sport plan
City of North Vancouver OKs booze in some parks and public spaces
Vancouver councillor calling for review of short term rental regulations in wake of COVID-19
Education minister endorses push for more Black history curriculum in BC schools




Toronto Star

New Canadian campaign demands that tech giants pay for content
Doug Ford says extending the COVID-19 state of emergency doesn't mean 'reopening is on  hold'
Justin Trudeau can confront systemic racism in Canada without dragging Donald Trump into it
Doug Ford says he'll hold nursing home owners accountable. Does that include Mike Harris?
Racism 'is the daily reality of far too many racialized Canadians,' Justin Trudeau says


Toronto Sun

Trudeau stumbles on questions about Trump and racism
Enforce long-term care laws, says retired judge
Police killing of George Floyd 'disgusting': Ford
Downtown Toronto stores board up windows for fear of looting
The Liberals are only committed to democracy when it's convenient for them
How Canadians can achieve the four-day work week
Here's how the feds have abdicated responsibility during COVID-19


National Post

Before you declare Canada is not a racist country, do your homework
Speaker tells MPs a virtual parliament with remote voting is ready if they want it
As COVID-19 delays Sixties Scoop compensation for survivors, court orders prompt interim payments
Liberals talk about fighting racism but ignore their own broken promises to help
Do we have our understanding of the pandemic and riots backward?
Trudeau's strategy during global unrest - avoid causing offense at all costs
Even in COVID-19 pandemic one Canadian community has no choice but to cross the US border


Maclean's

What the NDP is doing for Canadians



Global

BC expects some online learning to continue in September, even with more kids at school
Kelowna RCMP launches review after video appears to show cop punching suspect
BC Liberals call on province to lift COVID-19 rules in areas with fewer cases
Kootenay Boundary regional district rescinds evacuation orders for Grand Forks area


Miscellaneous

Hong Kong's Joshua Wong backs Black Lives Matter, risks wrath of US conservatives
Addressing anti-Black and Anti-Asian racism, UBC and SFU presidents vow to create more inclusive campuses
City of North Vancouver council votes to allow liquor consumption in parks

What Needs to Change to Fight Anti-Black Racism Here?
Canada has Race-Based Police violence too. We Don't know how much
Parents of Kids with complex needs are at the Breaking Point

Surrey accountant banned by financial regulator for part in condo scheme
BC's cop watchdog criticizes Vancouver police over probe of officer's conduct
A third of BC students return to part-time, in-class instruction
Cloudy corporate structures help launder money through houses, commission hears
Greater Vancouver, Fraser Valley housing sales nudge upward as prices hold steady

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