Murray Wood: Tent cities in public spaces are not OK

Murray Wood says we are being told we have to accept homeless encampments in city parks. Do we, really?

Murray Wood delivers sharp, insightful commentary with a blend of wit, skepticism and straight talk. Whether he’s exposing political maneuvering, celebrating cultural icons or unpacking life’s everyday quirks, he never holds back.

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Wed., Sept. 2: Murray Wood says we’re seeing Premier Scott Moe find common ground with a Liberal prime minister on the trade fight with the U.S., but not all of the people who back Moe are ready to go that far.

Tues., Sept. 1: Dohnte Meyers helped the Riders win the Grey Cup. Now he’s an NFL starter. His story starts with being out of football before joining the CFL, and Murray Wood says it’s one fans can feel good about.

Mon., Aug. 31: The Saskatchewan Roughriders had to battle from behind to beat the Toronto Argonauts, but they did. Murray Wood says the win should ease some nervousness about the banged-up Green Machine.

Fri., Aug. 28: Every Friday, Murray Wood takes a look back at the week’s news and decides who’s hot… and who’s not. This week’s list includes the garden harvest, loud motorcycles and the return to school for kids.

Thurs., Aug. 27: Premier Scott Moe is jacking the price of U.S.liquor with a tax that mirrors U.S. tariffs on Canadian alcohol. Murray Wood says the proof, presumably, will be in the sales figures.