Comments on A peek inside the G20 war chestTypePad2010-06-03T16:44:26ZToronto Starhttps://thestar.blogs.com/g20/tag:typepad.com,2003:https://thestar.blogs.com/g20/2010/06/a-peek-inside-the-g20-war-chest/comments/atom.xml/Christi commented on 'A peek inside the G20 war chest'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef0133f0f593c5970b2010-06-14T18:41:52Z2010-06-14T18:41:52ZChristiMany comments here are defending protesting, and I am in full agreement. Canadains have the right to protest, but when...<p>Many comments here are defending protesting, and I am in full agreement. Canadains have the right to protest, but when the protest turns violent I am in full support of stopping them. I say shame on all of you who concider the rights of protesting to be more important than the safety of people. </p>Erik Bauer commented on 'A peek inside the G20 war chest'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef013483f43651970c2010-06-11T09:09:11Z2010-06-11T09:09:11ZErik BauerThey have the real G8 meetings in a secret location. Four Seasons Florence was one of them.<p>They have the real G8 meetings in a secret location. Four Seasons Florence was one of them.<br />
</p>Angry Ontarian commented on 'A peek inside the G20 war chest'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef0133f059ec07970b2010-06-08T15:59:25Z2010-06-08T15:59:25ZAngry OntarianI agree, what a load of crock. They whine about how much we owe and blah blah blah, people losing...<p>I agree, what a load of crock. They whine about how much we owe and blah blah blah, people losing jobs, we can't pay our debt, etc. Then they go and spend SO MUCH money so that people who can't go to Muskoka for the summit will have a Muskoka brought to them! Indoor lake, Muskoka chairs, fake trees! I wish I was a senator so I could enjoy asinine spending of our nation's tax dollars too! And pocket some while I'm at it so I can buy myself a new Ferrari!<br />
Oh, and did I mention the cops are stoked to use their new toys?</p>JR commented on 'A peek inside the G20 war chest'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef0133efffb929970b2010-06-04T09:34:33Z2010-06-04T09:34:33ZJROh c'mon...it's cool. I'd much rather this than have another Seattle...<p>Oh c'mon...it's cool. I'd much rather this than have another Seattle...</p>Steve commented on 'A peek inside the G20 war chest'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef0133effec17c970b2010-06-04T04:01:38Z2010-06-04T04:01:38ZSteveThis is a disgusting way to prepare for a protest. When did protest and freedom get separated from one another?...<p>This is a disgusting way to prepare for a protest. When did protest and freedom get separated from one another? Last I checked, organized peaceful protest was one of the rights of the people. </p>
<p>Now they are trying to tell us where protests can take place? We need a shakeup at the top.</p>MJ commented on 'A peek inside the G20 war chest'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef013483281cab970c2010-06-04T03:58:18Z2010-06-04T03:58:18ZMJWhy don't they meet at a secret location somewhere in the world where it won't affect anyone. If Bush can...<p>Why don't they meet at a secret location somewhere in the world where it won't affect anyone. If Bush can do a surprise visit to Afganistan on Christmas then I'm pretty sure these politicians can meet up somewhere in secrecy. The more public they make the event the more it costs for the security of the event. Well its not there money so I don't think they care. 1 B for security is a total waste. </p>RG commented on 'A peek inside the G20 war chest'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef013483281ca8970c2010-06-04T03:58:18Z2010-06-04T03:58:18ZRGA sickening display: politicians flaunting abuse of power and misuse of funds; the police all too eager to use their...<p>A sickening display: politicians flaunting abuse of power and misuse of funds; the police all too eager to use their new gadgets. I hope the city burns and shame falls upon us all--that is the only way this madness will end.<br />
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<p>I hope we all realize that the protesters that the police fear are Canadian citizens who have a guaranteed right to protest. Those who will be subjected to sound cannons and tear gas and arbitrary arrest will be neighbours, friends and community members.</p>
<p>We all have a right to take to the streets and voice our opinion as part of the democratic process. When police see protesters as terrorists we all lose our democracy.</p>James McLaren commented on 'A peek inside the G20 war chest'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef01348327f9b0970c2010-06-04T03:14:51Z2010-06-04T03:14:51ZJames McLarenStill, how can this POSSIBLY cost a billion dollars? What, are there batons made of gold and their little shields...<p>Still, how can this POSSIBLY cost a billion dollars? What, are there batons made of gold and their little shields made of diamond? Methinks somebody's got their hand in the cookie jar. Or possibly a very large truck in the cookie jar.</p>SM commented on 'A peek inside the G20 war chest'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef0134831a7d60970c2010-06-04T01:00:36Z2010-06-04T01:00:36ZSMIn this age of technology, it sounds ridiculous to have leaders travel for meeting. It's a security risk and strain...<p>In this age of technology, it sounds ridiculous to have leaders travel for meeting. It's a security risk and strain on the host country. Why can't they do web conferencing like most of the organizations. </p>hao commented on 'A peek inside the G20 war chest'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef013483118ba8970c2010-06-03T23:43:27Z2010-06-03T23:43:27ZhaoYes, all these weapons, securities and polices are coming to GTA because 9 people are coming. Why don't they just...<p>Yes, all these weapons, securities and polices are coming to GTA because 9 people are coming. Why don't they just stay at their respective countries and chat online?</p>NBR commented on 'A peek inside the G20 war chest'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef0133efdff49c970b2010-06-03T22:43:29Z2010-06-03T22:43:29ZNBRI find it ridiculous that Harper et al can come in and shut down the city without more fully consulting...<p>I find it ridiculous that Harper et al can come in and shut down the city without more fully consulting its citizens. At first I didn't understand the scope of the G20's intrusion into the city, and really didn't have much interest in debating it. But this is insane!!! I'll definitely be protesting now, and encourage others to do the same! Thanks Harper for waking me up to how unconcerned the G20 is with ordinary people!</p>RT commented on 'A peek inside the G20 war chest'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef013483066c37970c2010-06-03T22:02:30Z2010-06-03T22:02:30ZRTIs this for real? Next time they should just parade their weapons down Yonge St. atop of tanks with flags...<p>Is this for real?<br />
Next time they should just parade their weapons down Yonge St. atop of tanks with flags waving and the national anthem playing. <br />
$1 billion + of tax payer money used to turn Toronto into a police state. <br />
Wonderful.</p>jaydee commented on 'A peek inside the G20 war chest'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef0133efd99f00970b2010-06-03T21:47:38Z2010-06-03T21:47:38ZjaydeeTo all the politicos responsible for this insanity: Why don't you hold your next G20 on a cruise ship in...<p>To all the politicos responsible for this insanity: Why don't you hold your next G20 on a cruise ship in the middle of the ocean. No 1 billion price tag, no protesters, no security issues. Just stop all this nonsensense already. Stop wasting our tax dollars.</p>Stu commented on 'A peek inside the G20 war chest'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef0133efd7e069970b2010-06-03T21:36:05Z2010-06-03T21:36:05ZStuToo much fascism.<p>Too much fascism.</p>Stefanina commented on 'A peek inside the G20 war chest'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef0133efd502e0970b2010-06-03T21:11:15Z2010-06-03T21:11:15ZStefaninaWhen did Canada become a police state?<p>When did Canada become a police state? </p>the dispatcher commented on 'A peek inside the G20 war chest'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef0133efce0efc970b2010-06-03T20:09:04Z2010-06-03T20:09:04Zthe dispatcherFor a billion dollars - and I don't think I'm exaggerating very much here - they could have had the...<p>For a billion dollars - and I don't think I'm exaggerating very much here - they could have had the G20 on the moon.</p>Becky commented on 'A peek inside the G20 war chest'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef013482f80081970c2010-06-03T19:54:10Z2010-06-03T19:54:10ZBeckyEveryone is complaining about the money, But i'm of the opposite opinion. I'd rather spend the money now, and feel...<p>Everyone is complaining about the money, But i'm of the opposite opinion. I'd rather spend the money now, and feel safe, as opposed to not amping up security and letting terrorists walk in. I do think terrorism could be a real threat to this G20 meeting and I'm glad our security is being taken seriously. </p>phil commented on 'A peek inside the G20 war chest'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef0133efcab55e970b2010-06-03T19:43:52Z2010-06-03T19:43:52ZphilThe conservative government love hosting these types of events. It requires lots of security and allows them to equip either...<p>The conservative government love hosting these types of events. It requires lots of security and allows them to equip either the military or police forces with lots of new toys.</p>
<p>i am sure the police brass are happy too, it is like christmas for them</p>Cartman1 commented on 'A peek inside the G20 war chest'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef0133efc853ad970b2010-06-03T19:25:31Z2010-06-03T19:25:31ZCartman1Okay. So we should have the world leaders come to our country which is considered one of the best on...<p>Okay. So we should have the world leaders come to our country which is considered one of the best on Earth and have them fear for their safety. Are you upset that this money isnt being spent on YOU. This is how it works. Some people and some events are beyond your understanding. Its the idiots like you that they need to protect from. Those who feel everything is a conspiracy and everything is broken. The world is EXTREMELY complicated and now that everyone can get information not enough people have the gray matter to comprehend what is going on. You are the sheep the masses that these leaders act on behalf of. They have to make decisions for you because your too stupid to make them on your own. If everyone just got along than we wouldnt this but there are alot of anarchists, rebellious chaotic protestors. There are also normal protestors and if there were ONLY normal protestors they would probably setup a barricade fence with a few officers to make sure noone moved it and that would be that. But since you idiots want to always make a point by doing what? Storming places and acting like hooligans this is what needs to happen. You have to look at the BIG picture. But like I said most people's brains are too puny to get it.</p>James LaChance commented on 'A peek inside the G20 war chest'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef013482f0326d970c2010-06-03T18:50:34Z2010-06-03T18:50:34ZJames LaChanceWhy do you think that this arses arsenal is needed in a free country? It seems that those in the...<p>Why do you think that this arses arsenal is needed in a free country?</p>
<p>It seems that those in the G20 have much to fear from us commoners as they continue to bankrupt every nation on earth with their bogus banking crap.</p>
<p>Shame on you at the Star for making this BS look legitimate. </p>m. howel commented on 'A peek inside the G20 war chest'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef0133efc378ea970b2010-06-03T18:35:15Z2010-06-03T18:35:15Zm. howelWho authorized this excessive use of public funds???? The last G20 ran up in the low 300millions? Who's responsible for...<p>Who authorized this excessive use of public funds???? The last G20 ran up in the low 300millions? Who's responsible for the buying everything and anything possible on the market for this security? Obama is coming with his own security of 1000men. What about the rest of the 19? How much of their own security are they all bringing? What the hell are we doing? Are our politicians out to outdo the last one on our expense. Over 1 Billion and counting being sent of our hard earn money and painfully given to this out of control government for 3 days. 10000 RCMP officers coming into town, that's 500 officers for each G guy for security they should all be falling on each others.<br />
Gastly abuse of the public purse, disgusting representation from our politicians all for what???? What's going to be solved. The Volcano eruption alone put all our efforts for climate change back to the dark ages. We should all rise up and protest the massive spending.</p>