The Pursuit of Truth in Politics, Health, Technologies and Environment.
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Democracy becomes a government of bullies tempered by editors.

~Ralph Waldo Emerson, Journals, 1847

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POLITICS and POLITICIANS

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Misusing our  trust should be penalized either by being
dismissed from office or pursuit with legal actions.
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 If you tell a lie to get elected
you don’t deserve to be there.
  Supreme Court Judge Laura Gerow unseated a concillor
 for lying before the election, and ordered him he pays $20,000 toward the cost of a by-election.
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Kill the HST. A British Columbia Initiative petition to kill the proposed 12% Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) on virtually all goods and services in BC, has been approved by Elections BC, former Premier, Fight HST leader and petition applicant Bill Vander Zalm announced Thursday.  Vander Zalm is currently travelling on business in California but issued a statement: “The citizen’s Initiative petition is our first move and it is the people’s opportunity to tell the governments that we are still a democracy and not totally an elected dictatorship,” Vander Zalm said. “The Initiative is also the people’s opportunity to kill the HST.”

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Petitions you can sign:   Fight the HST    Stop the HST

HST tax grab may spell .....

FightHST.com  HARMONIZED TAX (HST) IS THE LAST THING WE NEED IN BC. We need some sustainable jobs ( creating income tax and consumer spending, and not another crippling tax). The HST means, starting July 1, 2010, consumers will be paying an extra seven per cent for some goods they weren’t required to pay PST for before, such as restaurant meals, bicycles and haircuts, to name just a few.
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Premier Gordon Campbell thinks he know what’s Best for British Columbians. Premier Gordon Campbell said: "We already signed a memorandum of understanding and we move forward with the HST." Watch, hear and see the the movie for yourself. BREACH OF TRUST? Should Gordon Campbell resign? NO to HST.

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Gov. Schwarzenegger: Thanks to so many fantastic people for making the climate summit a success!

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HST protest in Vernon, BC, September 19th, 2009

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Bill Vander Zalm fight HST

Vancouver HST Rally: Thousands of B.C. residents attend tax rallies as former premier leads fight. Former British Columbia premier Bill Vander Zalm says the proposed harmonized sales tax will deal a cruel blow to most people while boosting profits for big businesses. Together we can fight the HST.Read more...

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Finance Minister Colin Hansen

Finance Minister Colin Hansen took on the ultimate fighter role Friday afternoon as he vowed to go mano-a-mano with his detractors in the tussle over the contentious taxation.Hansen said at a hastily called media conference following the anti-HST rally in downtown Vancouver that was attended by about 5,000 people. Hansen called Vander Zalm "a discredited former premier" with an axe to grind.

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Judge unseats White Rock Coun. Coleridge for lying before the election. Supreme Court Judge Laura Gerow ruled this week, is reason to declare the 20-year White Rock councillor’s re-election last fall invalid, effective immediately. In reasons for judgment released Tuesday, Gerow declared the embattled Coleridge’s council seat vacant, and ordered he pay $20,000 toward the cost of a byelection. Did Premier Gordon Campbell lied to us about the HST before the last election? Did Mayor Will Hansma lied to Spallumcheen voters before the election in 2008?
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Swine flue H1N1

The majority of the H1N1 flu virus cases in British Columbia have been relatively mild and were detected by the Province’s robust and responsive public health surveillance system. The Province is prepared for a potential resurgence of the virus moving into the fall and winter flu season. Situation Update Each week CDC analyzes information about influenza disease activity in the United States and publishes findings of key flu indicators in a report called FluView.
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MercedesHybrid2010

Mercedes-Benz plans to use the lithium ion batteries in the S 400 BlueHYBRID, which is powered by a 299 horsepower engine, that could offer fuel economy of 30 miles to the gallon. Daimler said this would make it "the world's most economical luxury sedan, unrivaled by any gasoline, diesel, or hybrid drive system offered by any competitor."

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Fight the Genetic Conspiracy

Monsanto sells seeds to farmers. But these aren’t just any seeds. The Monsanto Company ( NYSE: MON) is a multinational agricultural biotechnology corporation. It is the world’s leading producer of the herbicide glyphosate, marketed as " Roundup". Monsanto is also by far the leading producer of genetically engineered (GE) seed, holding 70%–100% market share for various crops.

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Sodium in drinking water

Sodium and your Health About 42 million adults, 20 percent of the population, have persistent high blood pressure (hypertension). About half of those with high blood pressure are sensitive to sodium and can reduce blood pressure by reducing sodium. Although some people can consume excessive levels of sodium without increased blood pressure, many cannot. Other risk factors for high blood pressure include excess weight, alcohol consumption, and a family history of high blood pressure.

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New to Type 1 Diabetes?

Stem cell transplants may free type I diabetics of the need for insulin injections, according to a small study in which 20 of 23 patients became insulin-free for up to four years. The study, published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, involved injecting people with stem cells made from their bone marrow cells [Reuters].

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Power your house green

Where on Earth can our energy-hungry society turn to replace oil, coal, and natural gas? Scientists are racing to perfect greener sources of energy to improve the environment and reduce dependence on oil and other fossil fuels. Some predict a hydrogen economy.  


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HEALTH

For Informational and Educational Purposes Only. Not intended as Medical Advice. The Internet is a rich source of information on alternative medicine, but it's important to be fully informed about the pros and cons of an alternative therapy or remedy before trying it.

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BODY CLEANSE

Liver Flush

Liver Health

Inner-Body Cleansing Protocol

Gallstones Diet - Dissolve your gallstones naturally

What is Maximum Milk Thistle

Importance of good drinking water

Parasites Cleanse

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NATUROPATHIC

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HEART

Healthy Hearts

Water and your heart

Heart Health Center

Alternative and General Health

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Other sites of interest.

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CTV News Canada

The Vancouver Sun

The Globe and Mail

The Parliament of CANADA

The Government of British Columbia

Drinking Water and your Health.

Armstrong Chamber of Commerce

Historic O'Keefe Ranch 1867

The Knights of Columbus

Rotary International

The GRUN Foundation

BC Childrens Hopspital

JDRF RESEARCH

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Listening to music and readind books can trigger reasons about life. - Politics may important, but we should take time to enjoy treasurers life has to offer. "Guenter Rieger"

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Music which I enjoy.


Guenter Rieger, former mayor of Spallumcheen. Leadership rests not only upon ability, not only upon capacity; having the capacity is not enough. The leader must be willing to use it. Leadership is then based on truth and character. There must be truth in the purpose and will power in the character. "Vince Lombardi"

Guenter Rieger, Mayor  1989 to1996

The pursuit of truth in politics, health, technologies and environment.

Flashback 1989 to1996

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The Township of Spallumcheen 

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Spallumcheen, a farming community nestled in the North Okanangan, is the largest municipality in southeast British Columbia. Spallumcheen was incorporated on July 21, 1892 and covers over 64,000 acres of farmland. The city of Armstrong, an independent community incorporated in 1913, is situated in middle of Spallumcheen. Since that time, we have two independent communities, or two legal entities. Both communities have independent administrations, mayors and councils. Both communities, Spallumcheen and the City of Armstrong, sharing many responsibilities together, like the Armstrong-Spallumcheen Fire-Department, the Armstrong-Spallumcheen Park &Recreation Commission and many others. This is also applicable to almost all our service and social clubs. Members of both communities work very hard together, by serving both communities. In the summer time residents and tourists can buy produce and crafts from Spallumcheen and Armstrong farmers and residents, - visit - , at the Armstrong Farmer’s market, whichis a weekly attraction every Saturday. Just visit the web site of the Armstrong – Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce

It was a privilege and honor serving the Township of Spallumcheen for two terms as mayor from 1989 to 1996. During my term, fiscal management made it possible, that residential tax rates did not increased.  During my term Spallumcheen taxpayers enjoyed the lowest tax rate in British Columbia, without losing any existing services. According to historians, I was  the first Canadian,  living only 5 years in Canada, being elected as mayor of a community.

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Guenter Rieger Mayor of Spallumcheen. First term 1989-1993

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Spallumcheen Centennial Celebration in 1992. The Centennial was a year to remember for Spallumcheen and Armstrong residents. Residents of both communities participated. The Centennial parade was a highlight during the celebration.  Former residents of Spallumcheen were present traveling from far away, and council and volunteers made it a success.

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Spallumcheen residents Ron Hitt celebrated his 99h birthday during the Centennial year. Mayor Guenter Rieger, his wife Regina and the Hulcar Ladies congratulate Mr. Hitt on his special day. A special tee afternoon was held at Hulcar hall.

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Spallumcheen Centennial Celebration 1992

Mayor Guenter Rieger and his wife Regina at the Centennial

Spallumcheen Centennial
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Guenter Rieger Mayor of Spallumcheen. Second Term 1993-1996

Spallumcheen Council 1993-1996

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SECOUND TERM 1993 Mayor Guenter Rieger, re-elected for a second term as Mayor for the Township of Spallumcheen. News paper reprint: The community has spoken. "Mayor Guenter Rieger was the only incumbent mayor in British Columbia re-elected, with a brand new Council. Mayor Guenter Rieger with his brand new Council stearing ahead.... Congratulations, and all the best for Spallumcheen Council 1993-1996.

Welcome to the Spallumcheen Valley

A new direction for Spallumcheen. The new council wasted little time in getting things done.
Council passed several motions, including a motion to support the principle of Recall and Referendum, a process Mayor Rieger lobbied unsuccessfully for in his previous term.
" A Very significant step for community involvement is the step to offer Spallumcheen taxpayers Citizens Initiative Referendum and Recall, Mayor Guenter Rieger said in his inauguarl address." This council will go into Canadian history, since Spallumcheen will be one of the first community in Canada to make such an important move."...

MInister Darlene Mazarie, Mayor Guenter Rieger 1995

 Minister of Municipal Affairs  Darlene Mazari presented Mayor Guenter Rieger a check for the Township of Spallumcheen. The Grant can be used to identify solutions and possible restructuring for 17 independent water districts supplying residents and farmers with water. The Minister and staff provided of lot of support to the Township, by helping and identifying the role of water districts.

Spallumcheen 64,000 ares, Map

During his administration many companies were re-located to Spallumcheen's industrial park. This provided more than 400 jobs, almost 9% of Spallumcheen's population.The expansion of the existing and new industrial park will guarantee Spallumcheen taxpayers a healthy tax base for the years ahead.
The Road Inventory Study, completed in October of 1996, examined all roadway segments in Spallumcheen and developed a raod maintenance and upgrading plan for the 240 km roads in Spallumcheen. This was the first road inventory study in Spallumcheen's history.

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Guenter RIEGER provided honest, effective and open government during his term from 1989-1996

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Election 2008. Dear residents of Spallumcheen

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Confidence:   You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You must do the thing which you think you cannot do.  "Eleanor Roosevelt"


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