Video Games – Good or Evil?

The recent release of Grand Theft Auto 4 has once again sparked debate over the merits of video games. Some people have spoken strongly against games like Grand Theft Auto. They feel that video games such as this promote racism, violence against women, glorify drugs, and promote gun violence. It has been debated that the increase in youth crime, violence, and disrespect for authority is directly linked to video games such as Grand Theft Auto. The other side of the debate defends video games saying that the games are purely entertainment and it is the parents who are not doing their job in creating a set of values and respect for society in the children. It can’t be argued that games such as Grand Theft Auto are extremely violent games but are these games responsible for the problems of youth in our society? Or is it a breakdown in the family unit with parents not doing their job to properly raise their children to become positive contributors within society? Are video game designers pushing the limits by creating games such as Grand Theft Auto? Are the warning labels on these games sufficient to alert consumers about the contents of these games? Should they even be on the market? I would like to hear your thoughts about this topic. Let’s start blogging.

Canadians Win – Montreal Riots

Monday night the Montreal Canadians clinched a series win with a 5-0 victory over the Boston Bruins. After the game many fans emptied into the streets to celebrate. This is not uncommon in Canada. What was disturbing was that riots broke out causing injury to innocent people and damage to police vehicles and businesses. Follow this link to read the story or follow this link to watch the video. What are your thoughts on the situation? What do you think causes this type of situation? I am interested to find out your thoughts.

Out of Gas

Recently, Brent Butt announced that this will be the last year of filming for Corner Gas. At this time it is unknown how this will affect the Town of Rouleau and its residents and business. What are your thoughts about this announcement? How will it impact Rouleau? Rouleau School? Your life in general? Will Rouleau always be known as Dog River?

Premier’s Comment (Current Event – April 7th)

Recently our premier, Brad Wall, has had a video surface that was filmed 16 years ago. In this video Mr. Wall is making fun of former premier Roy Romanow and talking in a Ukranian accent. Mr. Wall was 26 years old at the time this video was filmed in 1991. Mr. Wall has publicly apologized both in and out of the provincial legislature. He has also indicated that he will be contacting Mr. Romanow to personally apologize. Some people are saying that this is not enough and that Mr. Wall needs to resign from his position as Premier of Saskatchewan. What are your thoughts? Should people in high ranking positions be held accountable for things they may have said or done even if it was many years ago before they entered their chosen profession? Should this apply to people not in high ranking positions?