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George Brookman

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: Council shouldn't forget the small details that rile up the public

Council would be wise to remember the quote, 'It is not the long hill ahead that tires you out, it is the small grain of sand in your shoe'

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Brookman: We are all just pining for normal

Brookman: We are all just pining for normal

It is time to stop ideological debates and focus on normal standards. Teachers are not wrong, nurses are not wrong, but governments do not have...

14.11.2025 10

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: Farkas leading Calgary, council into frightful next phase

Political adviser Rod Love once said, 'Politicians must pick two projects, make them successful.' The voters will notice

31.10.2025 2

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: Field of Crosses a stark reminder of loss and fragile democracy

We must never forget those who have gone before us, but we also must use our own minds and thoughts in trying to quell hatred and do all that we can...

22.10.2025 3

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Brookman: Field of Crosses a stark reminder of loss and fragile democracy

17.10.2025 8

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Brookman: Quit whining and start working

There is a great quote: 'The Stone Age did not end because they ran out of stones; It ended because they found a better way to do things'

03.10.2025 10

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Brookman: Low voter turnout means mayor, council represent very few of population

19.09.2025 10

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Brookman: City falls apart as council watches from the sidelines

05.09.2025 8

Edmonton Sun

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Brookman: City falls apart as council watches from the sidelines

05.09.2025 10

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Brookman: All we're asking for is the facts on vaccines and Air Canada

22.08.2025 10

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Brookman: Alberta Next panel needs to focus on right questions

25.07.2025 10

Edmonton Sun

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Brookman: Alberta Next panel needs to focus on right questions

25.07.2025 10

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: Safety is a priority in city, but police are lacking resources

Compassion and understanding is what we all believe in, but too few are ruining our streets for too many

11.07.2025 10

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: Global events show the best of Calgary, but also highlight our problems

There is a point when we need to say 'enough'

27.06.2025 10

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Brookman: Put your best foot forward Calgary, as we welcome the world

We are calling on all Calgarians to open your hearts and minds to all of the people who are going to see the city, many for the very first time

13.06.2025 10

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Brookman: City's communication lacking in reciprocity

As long as city council has 'communicated' its intentions to the district there's a belief it has been transparent

30.05.2025 10

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Brookman: Photo radar is useful when not used as a 'cash cow'

Despite efforts to control speeding and dangerous driving, accidents and deaths increase. This requires action on the part of the City of Calgary

16.05.2025 10

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: Slogans might get your attention, but solid ideas win elections

02.05.2025 10

Edmonton Sun

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Brookman: Slogans might get your attention, but solid ideas win elections

Political ideology must be set aside to set a direction that benefits all Canadians

02.05.2025 50

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: The Stampede and Spruce Meadows exemplify what Calgary is all about

19.04.2025 20

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Brookman: Voting in this federal election may be most important thing you can do as a Canadian

Whatever the outcomes, Canada deserves the best leadership we can give it

04.04.2025 7

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: It's Calgary's time to shine as the world comes to visit

In fewer than 80 days, Calgary will host the world, and people will be visiting in numbers that we may have never seen before

21.03.2025 10

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: We cannot let the worst of them bring out the worst of us

07.03.2025 10

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Brookman: We need to be proactive about keeping Calgarians active, invest in facilities and programs

As we grow past 1.6 million residents, there should be a strategy developed to ensure that our recreational facilities grow with the population

21.02.2025 10

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: Will Trump's rhetoric spur Canada into united action?

Canadians must now think of 'Canada First' — we must invest in industry, infrastructure and the future

24.01.2025 10

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Brookman: Fly your flag this year

As we get set to welcome the G7 and Rotarians, show off your pride in Canada

10.01.2025 10

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Brookman: Show your pride in this great country

These are my last few words for 2024 and normally they would be all flowery and positive thoughts. You’ll understand that coming up with that is a...

27.12.2024 5

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: Workers have right to strike but changes needed when it drastically affects others

“Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds.” This is the slogan of...

13.12.2024 7

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: Canada giving you an early Christmas present with your own money

Boy: “Dad, can you lend me your credit card?” Dad: “Why do you want my credit card, son?”  Boy: “I want to buy you a Christmas present.” There are...

29.11.2024 5

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: We need to take back our streets for the benefit of all

At a recent dinner, Alberta’s Preston Manning was quoted saying: “Common sense of the common people.” Last week, outspoken American comedian and...

15.11.2024 10

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: No matter who wins in U.S., Canada needs to stand on its own

If Halloween night didn’t scare you, then you will have a second chance for a fright on Nov. 5. This United States election is not like anything we...

01.11.2024 4

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: It's tough to be a leader, especially when you ignore the wishes of the people

It has been reported that Abraham Lincoln, faced with a difficult decision, once said: “Be sure you are right, then just go ahead.” History allows...

18.10.2024 20

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: Getting at the truth has become harder

A respected news team for a radio station in Kamloops, B.C. (Radio NL), has been terminated as the station tries to change to a sports, music and...

04.10.2024 20

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: Safety of streets can't be ignored while helping those with addictions

This is a very difficult column to write. It is about our community, people’s lives and human tragedies. There is a crisis happening on our streets...

20.09.2024 2

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: Provinces should have input into appointed senators

The Canadian Senate is like the safety valve on the top of your hot water tank. If things run right, you will throw the tank out before that valve...

06.09.2024 10

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: Let's get back to normal

Having just spent three weeks in Nova Scotia and P.E.I., it is very tempting to talk about that wonderful part of our country, the people, the...

23.08.2024 6

Calgary Herald

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