Murray Wood: Allowing U.S. booze back into Sask. stores sends mixed message

The provincial government is reversing its ban on U.S. alcohol brands, at the same time as President Donald Trump is trying to ramp up his tariffs. Murray Wood says Saskatchewan seems to be waving a white flag.

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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Tues., June 10: Murray Wood applauds the efforts of the people fighting back against U.S. President Donald Trump’s economic attacks on Canada, and says the push to support Canadian businesses seem to be working.

Mon., June 9: Despite some rain over the weekend, the wildfire situation in Saskatchewan isn’t seeing much improvement. Murray Wood says it’s concerning seeing people charged with arson while others loot evacuated homes.

Fri., June 6: Every Friday, Murray Wood takes a look at the week’s news and decides who’s hot and who’s not. This week’s list includes the people helping wildfire evacuees across the province, and the people who still use their cell phones while they’re behind the wheel.

Thurs., June 5: Murray Wood says the many people politicizing the wildfires in Saskatchewan are more worried about being right than they are about the people who are actually suffering, and that’s not a good look.

Wed., June 4: The Stanley Cup Final begins on Wednesday night, but Murray Wood says the National Hockey League really needs to pick up the pace when it comes to the playoffs. Drop the puck, already!