Liberals wishing on fallen stars
June 7 , 2004
Stephen Hui
The NDP has long accused the federal Liberals of 'poaching' -- though they've tended to refer to stolen policies, not people.  Now, as the Grits fight a Conservative opponent on their right, the strategy of defending the left flank with former NDPers like Ujjal Dosanjh may be backfiring.

Legislating poverty in Vancouver: The 'Safe Streets Act'
June 7 , 2004
Harsha Walia
Under the massive cuts imposed by the B.C. Liberals, the streets of Vancouver have become a scary place to be.  With soaring drug problems, and a violent police department seemingly out of control, a Vancouver MLA is taking action, protecting us all from... panhandlers?