"A House Divided Against Itself Cannot Stand!"-Mr. Peters

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December XXXIst, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Congressman Scott Peters of California finishes off MMXVI for Executive Disserations with a comment on funding education for nursing students, who really work the front lines in health care.

"Nurses are on the front lines of health care providing essential & lifesaving care to millions of Americans every day."

Springfield, Ohio,

Rory

Source: Congressional Representative Scott Peters, Democratic-California, The LIInd District.

Note: Once Scott Peters called an openly gay opponent a derogatory term of "Mary" to make fun of the man's sexuality. But he got away with it because he's a left-wing Democrat so the media refuses to report on it. That is not right! Down in the States I'd be a Republican & I don't approve of such remarks of gay & LGBTQ/transgender folks, a real reporting double standard!

A Lois Hole In One!

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., Lois Hole Public Library Courtesy Wifi, Edmonton, Alberta

December XXXth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Here at the Lois Hole Edmonton Public Library (EPL) Branch, maintenance crews are letting students off from school watch them put a very nice vinyl pattern indicating the "Children's" section around one of the central hall concrete polls. In addition to promoting art, the EPL crews are showing the students how to put the wrap on safely & should truly be commended for it. Plus, these students might want to get into the maintenance & construction trades themselves some day so it gives them some first-hand visual experience.

Wrap It Up,

Rory

Source: Www.Epl.Ca 

The Moonbeam & The Star Wars

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., Harvey's CIXth Street Courtesy Wifi, Edmonton, Alberta

December XXIXth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

It would sure be nice if Governor Jerry "Moonbeam" Brown, Democratic-California were to grant a double State Funeral to the former Princess Leia (Carrie Fisher) & her Hollywood golden age movie queen mother Debbie Reynolds. This would truly give fans of science fiction & the two ladies many other amazing works a chance to say goodbye. Carrie being a great friend of YEG's by attending the Edmonton Comic Book Expo just this past September with that rock star in her house Gary The Dog Fisher who completely upstaged his mom! And how eerie is it that R2D2 the beloved Kenny Baker who hid the plans so well also died this year?!

"I Know",

Rory

Source: The Entire Galaxy.

The Spanish Inquisitive

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., Jaspe Lugar Publico Biblioteca Terminal #VII, Edmonton, Alberta

Diciembre XXVIIIth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, MLA, Ministro de Educacion, Nuevo Democratico, Edmonton-Caldera

Querido Dave:

It truly is an amazing thing when you walk into a library, such as this Edmonton Public Library (EPL) Branch today here at Jasper Place. A group of students is starting there day looking up basic books for beginners level Spanish, which is wise as they are headed to Madrid, Espana for an exchange field trip next month. People are always curious, always learning, always exploring!"

Spicy Latinas,

Rory

Source: Www.Epl.Ca 

Fried Chicken & Watermelon

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.
#23, 9731-174 Street
Edmonton, Alberta T5T 6G4

December XXVIIth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA
Minister of Education,
New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Why are school lunches not always of the best quality? When I have chatted on Autism & Aspergers Syndrome (which I have) in the past to students at schools & their families so autistic kids know they are valuable & understood, I have noticed how poor the cafeteria food can be. Sometimes it is pizza, sometimes other greasy foods. It is not always fruits & vegetables like one would expect. I mean who better than I to make these talks, a disaffected person myself? If I'm willing to talk, I want a healthy breakfast or lunch, not fried & unappealing options.

Foodstuffs,

Rory

Source: Myself.

Locked In

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.
#6, 14504-108 Avenue
Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December XXVIth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA
Minister of Education,
New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Why in schools do lockers vary in condition so badly? I am aware that this might fall partially into the infrastructure side of things but I was in a school in northeast Edmonton a week & a half ago for a Christmas concert & the lockers were falling apart, rusting hinges, metal pieces of the door & the locker edges exposed. In addition to being unsafe, this will make it much easier for thieves to break into students lockers & steal their valuables.

Locked & Loaded,

Rory

Source: Myself.

The Queen Of Christmas!

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December XXVth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Happy Holidays to you & your fine family. Now we literally call upon the spirit of Classics Illustrated Comics aficionados, my late mother, Mrs. June C. Koopmans, B. Ed., of Grade II at Afton Elementary School & her father Thomas Archibald "Archie" Adams on mom's favourite day of the year for a lesson plan. It is times such as Christmas Day that you bring out the very best of them all! Besides Her Majesty The Queen Elizabeth The IInd works Christmas Day, shouldn't The Queen Of Christmas to?!

PLANS

Thursday, December 16th, 1971:

Printing: "R" & "r" & placing them in Christmas themed sentences.

Reading: words: Silent Reading (SR) from "Our TV", classroom created tv shows from students themselves. Then reading them out loud to gain confidence in writing & reading.

     - complete dialogue with "q" words such as "question", "query', "quiche."

__________

Arithmetic: tab 1, Pg. 4-6.

Spelling: #15D.

Music: review: "Deck The Halls."

Phonics: oral quiz.

__________

Entertainment: rehearse play:

     - cards to caretakers, band members, & teaching assistant who is retiring due to cancer to lift his spirits.

JCK

Source: "The Historical Lesson Plans Of Mrs. June C. Koopmans, B. Ed."

Feliz Navidad!

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., 15902-100A Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5P 0L8

December XXIVth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Just a reminder to Albertans that if they smell a funny odour from their gas pipes or see say a crack or something suspicious to call their local gas/power company. These fine firms work 24/7 through the holidays to make sure that citizens can celebrate the holidays in peace & harmony, no matter their chosen religion!

Happy Kwanzaa,

Rory

Source: Www.AtcoGas.Com 

Time Nation

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.
#6, 14504-108 Avenue
Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December XXIIIrd, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA
Minister of Education,
New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Going through St. Albert last week to take an old lady to dialysis at St. Albert Hospital, I noticed that the school zone time frame was different for issuing speed tickets. It is 8am to 4pm in St. Albert, & another jurisdiction down south. While in Edmonton & Calgary it is 8am-4:30pm. Still, some other jurisdictions it's 8am-4:15pm. In others, the start time is at 8:30am. Should Davey it not be the same time stamp in all jurisdictions so as to give drivers & ticket takers a chance an = set of revenues/time to slow down during the course of the Monday-Friday business week?

"Ticka-Tee-Time",

Rory

Source: Myself.

The Party Of Sir John A.-Candidate Trost

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., 15902-100A Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5P 0L8

December XXIInd, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Rounding out our XIV (14) declared candidates for Conservative Party Of Canada Leader is Candidate Brad Trost. Bradley discusses being an "outsider" running for the leadership. Meaning he was never in cabinet under the Tory administrations so would be a fresh face.

"I think it would be great for the party to have someone from the outside."

Langenburg, Saskatchewan,

Rory

Source: Www.Brad4Leader.Ca 

The Party Of Sir John A.-Candidate Scheer

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December XXIst, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Conservative Party Of Canada Leader Candidate Andrew Scheer decides his play to win the leadership is in the area of having a positive vision. As a dad of five, it is truly a family matter for Andy.

"I am a real Conservative who will offer a positive vision for our country. I am a leader who can unite our movement & take on the Liberals."

Ottawa, Ontario,

Rory

Source: Www.AndrewScheer.Com 

We Have Contact High Level!

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December XXth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

They say that "timing is everything" in politics & your caucus colleague, the Honourable Lady IV Edmonton-Strathcona, New Democratic, Premier Rachel Notley has it in spades! Her idea to consult on marijuana usage in terms of age once it becomes legal is great. After all, we'll all be so high on carbon fumes come January Ist, that we'll all be too busy to notice!

Option 1: Make the legal age 15. Students can get a learners license at 14, they can get a drivers license at 16, this would seem to be a fair compromise.

Option 2: Make the legal age 17. Students can as I say get a drivers license at 16, & they can vote & buy prescription drugs & lovely assorted alcoholic beverages at 18. So 17 seems like a nice "Solomon-like" decision.

Option 3: Combine the legal age tied in with tobacco & booze & make it 18 across the board.

Note: Some provincial/territorial jurisdictions the legal substance buying/consuming age is 19. So the weed buying/smoking age would have to be set at 19 to be totally fair in those zones.

Weed Up Rachel,

Rory

Source: The Office Of The Premier Of Alberta, Room #CCCVII (#307) Legislature Bvilding.

The Party Of Sir John A.-Candidate Saxton

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December XIXth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Conservative Party Of Canada Leader Candidate Andrew Saxton promises students & their families good government.

"A good government is one that is honest; not corrupt, it is responsible, not spendthrift; it is future-oriented & innovative, not backward-looking, it is proactive, not reactive."

North Vancouver, British Columbia,

Rory

Source: Www.AndrewSaxton.Ca 

The Islamic Factor

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December XVIIIth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

To say that your caucus colleague the Hon. Irfan Sabir, MLA, Minister of Human Services, New Democratic, Calgary-McCall is beyond useless & weak in the portfolio would be an understatement. Furthermore, he should have never have been put in the portfolio in the first place. However, Rachel won't remove him because:

A. She doesn't want to risk losing the Muslim vote of Calgary, nor does she want to lose the vote of the refugee family sponsors. Also, she doesn't want to lose the vote of the Syrian refugees who applied for citizenship a year ago who will become Canadian citizens in two years after being here a year now. Plus, many are now going to go on Alberta welfare rolls with federal assistance programs running out, so obviously would vote for whatever government is in power that is issuing them the cheques.

     - I emphasize this point strictly on a technical basis, not to incite any form of religious infighting or bigotry. After all, you can go into a Service Alberta office if you are a Syrian refugee with no appointment & get immediate assistance, while Albertans with appointments have to wait, & sometimes don't get seen that day, if at all. I have seen it myself at various offices as have others who have told me, so there is no denying the fact.

B. She cannot appoint Sandra Jansen, M. Comm., MLA, New Democratic, Calgary-North West as she blew any & good will by making her departure as Leader of "The Sandra Party" about herself, rather than keeping the focus on Serenity, the dead four year old child who was moved out of the news headlines after less than 24 hours by the "poor women in politics schtick." Not that this is not important but the progressives overdo it. I'm a guy & I've faced a lot lot worse than Sandy with my high-functioning autism or Aspergers Syndrome difficulties. She makes what $180,000.00 a year, I don't feel sorry for her at all.

C. She cannot appoint Anam Kazim, MLA, New Democratic, B. Eng, M. Eng., Calgary-Glenmore as Muslim men, especially Imams in mosques will not tolerate a Muslim woman with no headdress being in the cabinet.

D. She cannot appoint a person of the Jewish persuasion to neutralize & split off the department as it would weaken her even further. It has to be someone completely neutral. Perhaps Deborah Drever, B. A., MLA, New Democratic, Calgary-Bow might be a good fit. After all, her bill while an Indy MLA allowing partners to break leases without financial penalty & the loss of their damage deposit when facing domestic abuse situations was quite popular & well constructed.

E. Rachel will as she says split the portfolio & keep Irfan in the role of running the administration aspects, while appointing one or two new cabinet members to run the children & family sections. Of course making Irfan an Associate Minister so he gets only 1/2 a vote at the cabinet table would be a positive first step. While a demotion, Irfan would still have associated cabinet power & thus would be able to save face in his community & with Albertans in general.

Allah, Muhammed, Yahweh, Jesus Christ, Buddha, & All Religious Faith Leaders Be Praised,

Rory

Source: Information Management: Records Management, The Alberta Cabinet (Archived.)

"A House Divided Against Itself Cannot Stand!"-Mr. Vargas

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., Jasper Place Public Library Courtesy Wifi, Edmonton, Alberta

December XVIIth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Congressman Juan Vargas of California initiates a comment today on political life & the need to not be trapped into staying in power forever. A great lesson for students running for office themselves.

"Politics is not an obsession with me. It's something I'm doing now. I want to do good things, but if it doesn't work out for me, I'll go onto something else."

National City,

Rory

Source: Congressional Representative Juan Vargas, Democratic-California, The LIst District.

The Party of Sir John A.-Candidate Raitt

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December XVIth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

From Conservative Party Of Canada Leader Candidate Lisa Raitt, we extract a comment on her new hubby Bruce Wood's recent diagnosis of early onset Alzheimer's Disease. Lisa wants to do more as Tory Leader & potentially as a future Prime Minister to help those with this terrible disorder. This is rather a brave marriage for The Lady Mona Lisa to take on considering own fight against & successful beating of ovarian cancer, I am very proud of her!

"The more we talk about Alzheimer's & the more knowledge that we share, the quicker we will get past the stigma & get to the people affected by this disease the support & the care that they need."

Sydney, Nova Scotia,

Rory

Source: Www.Lisa2019.Ca  

The Party Of Sir John A.-Candidate Peterson

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December XVth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Conservative Party Of Canada Leader Candidate Rick Peterson chimes in today with a remark on creating more jobs. What with the many thousands of good union folks jobs Her Majesty's NDP Government has killed here in Alberta, Ricky's message resonates.

"Canadians want abundant jobs & opportunities."

Vancouver, British Columbia,

Rory

Source: Www.PetersonLeader.Ca

A. Anne

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December XIVth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Having taken away 3,009 votes from Anne McLellan in a Federal Election scenario once, I can truly say first hand she is a rather gracious & dignified opponent & let me say I worked hard as hell for each & every one of those votes! I can further say that if Anne says "go slow" on any legalization of marijuana then these are recommendations we as citizens of the Dominion Of Canada should take very seriously, first & foremost: admitted pot user Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Anne is both sensible & smart, I have the utmost of confidence in her to accomplish this task.

McLellan,

Rory

Source: Myself.

An Interesting Dichotomy

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December XIIIth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

I find it an interesting dichotomy that while the President-Elect,  Mr.Trump has announced that ExxonMobil CEO Rex Tillerson was his choice as Secretary Of State nominee, that I happened to be getting refreshing gasoline & juice from the Esso Associates & Imperial Oil station on 156th Street & 111th Avenue this morning with my Esso Fleet Card from my trade name R. J. Koopmans' Enterprises. When I walked out of the station, two students & their parents handed me my wallet which I dropped. I said thanks & said so your taking mom & dad to school today, what great kids you are, as a joke. They all laughed & the kids said they were home schooled. One because they had learning difficulties in a class setting & the other because the parents objected to the fact that Gay/Straight Alliances (GSAs) were forced on every school, even private ones. Whether you agree Davey or whether you disagree, you must admit that its not unanimous approval of your decision on this matter. I fully back you of course, but others do not. We also know that the carbon tax is a scam & that we need to suck the oil/gas dry & put the coal mines in full throttle operation forever to put all these good Alberta families back to work! Layoffs of good union folks that Rachel's late father Grant Notley would not have put in place!

"Your On Your Way With Esso",

Rory

Source: ExxonMobil Corporation & Esso Associates & Imperial Oil.

"Red, Red Wine: Stay Close To Me!"

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December XIIth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Wine like anything has to be taken in moderation. I myself don't drink, but oenophiles know that red wine can be good for your heart for instance.

Quit "Wining",

Rory

Source: Www.WineMag.Com 

A Very Good Administrator

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin.,, St. Albert Trail Second Cup Courtesy Wifi, St. Albert, Alberta

December XIth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

I fully agree with the assessment of Alberta Liberal Party executive/operative Rev. William Wade Izzard of the Universal Life Church Canada First Nations Youth Outreach Ministries. Also a potential Federal Liberal Candidate himself in Edmonton-Griesbach or Edmonton-West in MMXIX against either Kerry Diotte, MP, Conservative or Kelly McCauley, MP, Conservative. Wade believes that St. Albert Mayor Nolan Crouse would be a wonderful choice to lead the Alberta Liberals once Dr. David Swann, MD, MLA, Liberal, Calgary-Mountain View stands down. Nolan is:

- A very competent administrator who runs Council like a very tight ship, & is very fair & respected by all. He has a Master's degree in business & was a rather astute resource company executive.

- Nolan keeps getting reelected as Chief Executive by St. Albert citizens as they see he has a steady hand in things & puts citizens needs first. He's not subject to giving into left-wing, artsy-fartsy tax & spend do-nothing special interest groups like Edmonton Mayor Don Iveson & his City Council are.

- His Worship is involved in various charitable endeavours, & is a former hockey coach. So he has very good day-to-day management skills. This would be a tremendous asset in helping the Alberta Liberals gain more traction & break out of their state of almost perpetual inertia. Plus he's be an excellent triple reverse takeover leader of Tories, Wildrose, & Liberals as a Blue Liberal Premier.

- Mr. Crouse is just the kind of quality individual the Alberta Liberals could use if they want to garner more seats electorally in any future provincial election writ. I have always liked & respected Nolan, a very classy & gentlemanly person indeed!

Viking,

Rory

Source: The St. Albert Gazette & The Viking Weekly Review & Reverend William Wade Izzard, Universal Life Church Canada: First Nations Youth Outreach Ministries.

"A House Divided Against Itself Cannot Stand!"-Mr. Hunter

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., 15902-100A Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5P 0L8

December Xth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

California Congressman Duncan D. Hunter states an interest in flexibility, as well as options for students in a class setting. Not to mention their parents/families.

"It is imperative that the federal government works to provide flexibility, expand local control, allocate for what works, & increase options for students & parents."

San Diego,

Rory

Source: Congressional Representative Duncan Hunter, Republican-California, The Lth District.

The "Premier"e League-Yukon Redux

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., 15902-100A Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5P 0L8

December IXth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Having just assumed the Office of The Premier on December IIIrd,  & meeting with Prime Minister Justine Trudeau, B. A., B. Ed., PC, MP, Liberal, Papineau & the other Premiers today in Ottawa, Premier Sandy Silver of the Yukon Territory gets his own "The "Premier"e League" due to the fact that the CIVth (114th) U. S. Congress is still in office until about Jan VIth, MMXVII or so. Silver seems an appropriate name since the new Premier represents The Klondike, known for many gold rushes. A math teacher by trade, Sandy chats with Yukon math students about mathematically putting the Yukon Liberals in a perfect position to govern, whether they voted for him or not; Sandy knows he must be the Preem for all Yukoners!

"The way we've structured the party fit perfectly for what Yukon needs-a moderate government, a government that allows membership from the left & from the right, consensus-building, actually having a party that models the mosaic of this territory."

A Confirmed Bachelor,

Rory

Source: The Honourable Sandy Silver, B. A., B. Psych., B. Ed., MLA, IXth Premier of Yukon, Liberal, Klondike.

The Party Of Sir John A.-Candidate O'Toole

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., 15902-100A Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5P 0L8

December VIIIth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

We have Conservative Party Of Canada Leader Candidate Erin O'Toole discussing the fact that as leader, he'd be a man willing to listen to ideas.

"I believe conservatives do best when we focus on ideas, & I intend to lead an ideas-based campaign."

Montreal, Quebec,

Rory

Source: Www.ErinOToole.Ca 

The Party Of Sir John A.-Candidate Obhrai

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December VIIth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

I ask Conservative Party Of Canada Leader Candidate Deepak Obhrai to put forward his proposal on community leadership & how it will allow him to "motor in" the party to new prosperity.

"I can contribute immensely to Canada & the Conservative Party based on my experience as a community leader, opposition & government member."

Oldeani, Karatu District, Arusha Region, Tanzania, Africa,

Rory

Source: Www.ElectDeepakObhrai.Com 

The Party Of Sir John A.-Candidate Lindsay

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December VIIth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave;

A medical officer by trade, Conservative Party Of Canada Leader Candidate Daniel Lindsay mulls a way in which he can solve the bitter East/West regional divide of this great Dominion Of Canada. As he is from Manitoba or the centre of the country, he believes he would be an ideal choice.

"I think it's an advantage. I'm proud to be a Manitoban. We have an understanding of what goes on in the west, what goes on in the east. Someone coming from the centre of Canada may be just what the party needs."

Winnipeg, Manitoba,

Rory

Source: Www.DanielLindsay.Ca

The Party Of Sir John A.-Candidate Lemieux

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December VIth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Candidate Pierre Lemieux in his capacity as a Conservative Party Of Canada Leader contender speaks today on the happiness he has had in serving the country & his family/community.

"It has been an honour & privilege to faithfully serve my country, my community & my family."

Embrun, Ontario,

Rory

Source: Www.PierreLemieux.Ca 

The Party Of Sir John A.-Candidate Leitch

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December VIth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

We next turn to Conservative Party Of Canada Leader Candidate Kellie Leitch. As a physician, Kellie wants to surgically break up the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) which gets taxpayers subsidies that no other media outlet gets.

"Taxpayers should not have to subsidize the CBC to keep it afloat."

Winnipeg, Manitoba,

Rory

Source: Www.KellieWorks.Ca 

The Party Of Sir John A.-Candidate Chong

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December VIth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Conservative Party Of Canada Leader Candidate Michael Chong starts today's proceeding by mentioning his interest in cutting personal income taxes for Canadians with the extra revenues from proposed carbon taxes.

"I get a good response when I tell Conservatives we need to use these revenues to cut income taxes."

Fergus, Ontario,

Rory

Source: Www.Chong.Ca 

The Party Of Sir John A.-Candidate Blaney

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December Vth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Batting clean-up today is Conservative Party Of Canada Leader Candidate Steven Blaney. Steve seems very interested in promoting clean nuclear energy, an energy type that Steve strongly believes will benefit families & bring energy costs down.

"It is time for Canada to assume its role of clean energy capacity by investing nuclear technology."

Sherbrooke, Quebec,

Rory

Source: Www.Blaney2017.Ca 

The Party Of Sir John A.-Candidate Bernier

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December Vth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Our IInd contestant for Conservative Party Of Canada Leader is Maxime Bernier who decides to speak on what Canadians have told him is the most important topic. That topic is health care: for themselves & their families.

"Poll after poll has shown that Canadians consider access to health care their top priority."

Saint-Georges, Quebec,

Rory

Source: Www.MaximeBernier.Com 

The Party Of Sir John A.-Candidate Alexander

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December Vth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Conservative Party Of Canada Leader Candidate Chris Alexander starts things off by discussing his leadership aspirations with the importance of teachers who lead him by example in the classroom.

"I owe a huge debt to my teachers."

Toronto, Ontario,

Rory

Source: Www.ChrisAlexander.Ca 

"Show Me The Money!"

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December IVth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Money is great & so is Canadian Tire money. Get everyone you know to donate it to the Edmonton Public Library (EPL) or your local library so they can save on supply costs for each & every branch. Thus having more money to spend on books & other reading materials for library patrons.

"Money Talks With Michael Campbell",

Rory

Source: Www.Epl.Ca & Www.CanadianTire.Ca

Security>The Chairman Of The National Transportation Safety Board

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December IVth, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

I get U. S. Chairman Of The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) Christopher A. Hart to discuss his job. Not only does he try & analyze transportation crashes (like the one that killed Premier Prentice as an example)  he tries to make improvements. Improvements in the transport vehicles in future crashes (which sadly will always occur) in order to minimize death & casualty rates. He explains his job in terms of collaboration.

"Everyone who is involved in a problem should be involved in developing the solution."

New York City,

Rory

Source: XIIIth Chairman Of The National Transportation Safety Board Of The United States Of America Christopher A. Hart, Democratic-New York.

"A House Divided Against Itself Cannot Stand!"-Mr. Issa

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December IIIrd, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

In Committee, Congressman Darrell Issa of California orates a good point on parents being the best choice for making educational decisions for their children.

"Parents are best equipped to make choices for their children's education."

Cleveland, Ohio,

Rory

Source: Congressional Representative Darrell Issa, Republican-California, The XLIXth District.

"Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (TM)"

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December IInd, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

I must say that since I drive a MMXIV Nissan Versa Note, I truly enjoyed test-driving the new MMXVII Nissan Rogue earlier this week. Plus the tie in with "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (TM)" in which My Lord Darth Vader returns triumphantly to the big screen on December XVIth! I could not think of a better tie-in!

Students Of Science Fiction Will Be Very Happy,

Rory

Source: Www.Nissan.Ca & C. MMXVI, Lucasfilm Incorporated (TM): "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (TM) & The Walt Disney Company Limited (TM) & Www.Cineplex.Com

The Second Day

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December IInd, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Just a pick a day Dave, pick any day & there are many historical facts for students to learn!

On December IInd:

I. MDCXX (1620): The English language newspaper "Namloos" begins publishing in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, Europe.

II. MDCCLXXVII (1777): British General Howe is plotting an attack on General Washington's Army, set for December IVth.

III. MDCCCIV (1804): Napoleon Bonaparte is crowned Emperor of France in Paris, in fact: he crowns himself.

IV. MCMXXVII (1927): The first Model A car is sold for $385.00 by the Ford Motor Company Limited of Dearborn, Michigan, The United States Of America.

V. MMI (2001): Enron files in the Southern District of New York for Chapter XI (11) bankruptcy.

A Stand-Up Double,

Rory

Source: "The Memoirs Of Napoleon Bonaparte" & Timelines of History.

Security>The Director Of National Intelligence

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December IInd, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Retired U. S. Air Force Lieutenant General Jimmy Clapper, who is the U. S. Director Of National Intelligence comes before Congress to testify & shows he sees the humor in all of the mass email data that he clearly collected illegally. Still he tried to give members & the public a real "Snow"den job!

"Some of you expressed surprise that I showed up-so many emails to read."

Fort Wayne,

Source: IVth Director Of Intelligence Of The United States Of America James Robert "Jim" Clapper, Jr., Non-Affliated Due To Active Security Status-Indiana.

That Was Dan Rather Quick

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December Ist, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

I must say that Quickbooks Online provides excellent & easy to comprehend accounting software. I have just been given a short display of it & am rather impressed. This software gives students who enjoy mathematics & those who have trouble with numbers some quality assistance!

Quick Pick,

Rory

Source: Www.Quickbooks.Intuit.Ca

Shovel Ready

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December Ist, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

Shoveling sidewalks & streets by school sites is definitely important. Especially Dave in & around crosswalks so cars don't inadvertently speed through. To cover off shortages of personnel to clean sidewalks & pathways, why not let people who get speeding tickets in school zones have the option of shoveling a walk say ten times instead of paying their fine. This would clearly improve safety levels in & around educational sites throughout the province.

Shovel This,

Rory

Source: The Edmonton Journal File Photos: C. MMXI,

Security>The Director Of The National Security Agency & Commander Of The Cyber Command

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #6, 14504-108 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1G8

December Ist, MMXVI

Hon. Dave Eggen, B. Ed., MLA, Minister of Education, New Democratic, Edmonton-Calder

Dear Dave:

I ask U. S. Director Of The National Security Agency (NSA)  & the Cyber Command Commander Admiral Mike Rogers of the United States Navy to lead off December by commenting on improving communication levels between world security forces.

"Can we create a "global commons", so to speak, that enables open, reliable, safe & resilient communications, a flow of information & ideas?"

Chicago,

Rory

Source: XVIIth Director Of The National Security Agency & IIIrd Commander Of The Cyber Command Of The United States Of America Admiral Michael S. "Mike" Rogers, United States Navy, Non-Affiliated Due To Active Security Status-Illinois.