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If only we could be like Sweden and experience more than double the number of deaths per capita. Who in your family would you sacrifice? Someone elderly? A dis-owned uncle?

https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/italy-europe-covid-19-devastated-1.5744934

Of course Cohon was more polished with the media; his background and business acumen are totally different than Ambrosie's. Bit of a tough comparison to make between the two, IMO. Same goes for a comparison between Ambrosie and his predecessor, Jeffrey Orridge. Of the three, I'd say Cohon had the most success during his tenure, his biggest feats being a lucrative TV deal and the expansion into Ottawa. His tenure was the also longest, at least to this point in time. I have to disagree completely with your point on attendance. Official figures are difficult to find when it comes to this ridiculously secretive league but cfldb.ca is pretty reliable as a resource. Let's be honest: it isn't like attendance was phenomenal league-wide prior to Ambrosie taking the reins as commissioner. Attendance has been a major topic of discussion for years with the CFL, with attendance figures having declined consistently for several seasons, as far back as when Cohon* was commissioner. Here's the attendance average per season and the difference compared to the previous season (I've eliminated the decimal): 2012: https://stats.cfldb.ca/league/cfl/attendance/2012/ (28,190 / +423) [this was the last time an increase in attended has occurred] 2013: https://stats.cfldb.ca/league/cfl/attendance/2013/ (27,006 / -1,184) [substantial decrease despite the inaugural season at IGF] 2014: https://stats.cfldb.ca/league/cfl/attendance/2014/ (25,286 / -1,720) [this is noteworthy considering it was Ottawa's inaugural season] 2015: https://stats.cfldb.ca/league/cfl/attendance/2015/ (24,733 / -553) 2016: https://stats.cfldb.ca/league/cfl/attendance/2016/ (24,692 / -41) 2017: https://stats.cfldb.ca/league/cfl/attendance/2017/ (24,644 / -48) 2018: https://stats.cfldb.ca/league/cfl/attendance/2018/ (23,855 / -789) 2019: https://stats.cfldb.ca/league/cfl/attendance/2019/ (22,916 / -939) Seven consecutive seasons of decline. Three commissioners. It's worth noting this trend has affected most professional sports, if not all of them. Unfortunately, the CFL relies heavily on its gate-driven revenue, so that throws a wrench into things more than any other professional league on the continent. Compared to sports heavyweights like the NFL and MLB, the CFL is essentially a featherweight when it comes to its financial footprint. If you're going to claim Ambrosie is solely responsible for attendance dropping across the CFL, you should be prepared to substantiate that with credible data. And the CFL's lost season isn't just on him. There is ample blame to be spread around here for how this whole debacle unfolded. I will say his somewhat ham-fisted attempt to get federal financial support is on him to a point but there's a reason this league has executives and they also seemed to do **** all to help things along. A single individual does not make or break a sports league and it's going to take more than just a commissioner to get the league back on the right track. I think you're being overly harsh with your criticism and the claim the CFL "needs a fresh face for a new start" is an exaggeration, especially when you consider why the league didn't operate this year. You seem to have some personal issue with Ambrosie and it's hindering your ability to look at this situation through a lens of objectivity. * it's hardly a relevant point but it does show that attendance issues have dogged this league for some time regardless of who has the title of CFL Commissioner

Of note: DULUTH – Five weeks before the election, President Donald Trump was back in Minnesota on Wednesday, raising money... (It’s been noted that Democratic nominee Joe Biden’s campaign raised a one-hour record of $3.8 million during the first presidential debate against President Trump on Tuesday. - https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/518897-biden-campaign-says-it-raised-a-one-hour-record-38-million-during-debate “If I lose Minnesota, I’m never coming back,” he said near the end of his 45-minute speech. (👁‍🗨 Minnesota should take note of this and make sure he keeps his word...now’s your chance)

I remember when some alt-righters on here were saying Trump wasn't a racist.

I was at the stadium today, picking up something from the store and it hit me hard when I was up close to the stadium, wishing I was inside, watching a game. September, October, November are tough months this year.

Journalist need to watch and learn from this: I am over joyed that finally, there are journalists that are pushing back HARD on lies- these lying clowns should never get a free pass....

https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/trudeau-infrastructure-pandemic-recovery-mckenna-1.5746029

Well, what did you think I was talking about, there? 😄

2013 Ticats played in Guelph that whole season. Also Riders had an expanded stadium for the last half of the season.

My issue with Ambrosie, Cohen, etc, etc, etc, is that none of them have made real efforts to grow the next generation of fans. Individual teams have their own promotions and whatnot, and the CFL has had some partnerships with the Family Channel but nothing sustained and focused. It's fine to try to attract International viewers but there is a whole generation of Canadians that does not care about the CFL. Never mind the new immigrants who are here and are interested in new activities. Grow the game at home. Invest and focus on making the CFL relevant and fun for youth.

2012 Argos averaged over 23,000 fans might of been last time they did that.

He should spend the rest of his life behind bars.

Seriously Cruz is such a spineless sniveling rat

Still digesting the fiasco that was called a debate on Tuesday, but now I can appreciate what Joe Biden said when he couldn’t take any more interruptions...

Start October 1. Give all teams their week off between Christmas and New Year's. Make the All-Star skills competition on New Year's Eve. Replace the All-Star game with the Winter Classic and the All-Star host gets to play a division rival. Finish March 31. 80 game season max. Playoffs start in April 3. Teams play every second day, 4 series each day. Stanley Cup awarded by the end of May.

Looks like we will be getting a nice rebate cheque soon... So...again, tell me why socialized auto insurance is bad?

Ha HA! You ok man? Did 17 to 85 steal your wife, burn your trailer down and kill your dog? You seem to really go outta your way to slag him.

For those that think the GMs are sitting around with a thumb up their ass.... a good convo with Kyle Walters and The Taiter... https://www.bluebombers.com/2020/09/30/not-ones-going-doesnt-make-easier/?fbclid=IwAR3V1nB82WfUNM9uOawEGs9ocm6BwxwkNmXbalEJ5aYBiBKzUDNEZ0Tr8Vc

I had a lazy weekend at home last weekend and watched a few bomber games from last year and I got hit with the reality of not having had the opportunity to watch fall football for real. Just sucks.

diversionary post -- something fun from CFL.ca: https://www.cfl.ca/2020/10/01/five-memorable-october-games/ a crazy one from the Bombers, beating Ottawa after a roller-coaster game......

And, what you never address is the long-term health implications of contracting the Rona. We don't know what they are yet but there is research that shows scarring on the lungs and heart. I mean, I smoked for several years and didn't die, so obviously smoking is safe.

Sweden's decision is and was deplorable. To say that the economy is more important than ANY lives, no matter how old they might be, is inexcusable.

I can read, thanks. I would prefer to keep the deaths as low as possible. Just because Sweden killed off a lot of people early on and fewer are dying now that should not be a model to follow. Still twice as many deaths. In fact, the top ten countries with the most deaths per capita are all ones that did a horrible job addressing the Rona. Praising them now for killing people early seems odd.

And to think I used to accuse Lindsay Graham of being dishonest..... "Trump is a race-baiting, xenophobic religious bigot. He doesn’t represent my party. He doesn’t represent the values that the men and women who wear the uniform are fighting for." "Donald Trump is not a conservative Republican. He's an opportunist. He's not fit to be President of the United States." "I cannot in good conscience support Donald Trump [...] I think embracing Donald Trump is embracing demographic death." "Trump is the most unprepared person I’ve ever met to be commander in chief." — Lindsey Graham, 2015-2016

Daddy must be so proud of glazy-eyed Junior. I don’t know if Donny wants to open that topic..

https://www.bardown.com/the-calgary-flames-are-reportedly-switching-to-their-throwback-threads-fulltime-next-season-1.1532655

Yup, I've been saying this for years. Ticket costs are too much for the average family. And it's very likely that they will continue to rise. They're pricing themselves out of their own market. I understand why, but it doesn't change that it's a dangerous way to operate. And that doesn't even include the GC tickets.

The CFL needs to stop trying to charge premium prices for their product. I'm a huge CFL fan and I'll pay a lot more than most people to see games but cripes at least in Calgary they are pricing themselves out of being an affordable family outing unless you want the crappiest seat in the house.

Not sure who's into podcasts here but The Big Story is a personal fave and this podcast from last week was a very fascinating listen: https://thebigstorypodcast.ca/2020/09/22/this-model-predicted-the-collapse-of-america/ More info on his guest: https://schar.gmu.edu/about/faculty-directory/jack-goldstone

Or simply resident for life... in jail.

If Trump loses.... Given that Trump the private citizen can look forward to multiple legal indictments (tax fraud, tax evasion, money laundering, among others) without the shield of the Presidency, and probably be somewhat shunned by all those Republicans who used to shine his shoes..... Been giving this a certain amount of thought.... Trump's best solution is to gather up Frankie Williams, Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Kayleigh McEnany, Mike Pence, and the rest of the devotees.....and fly to a remote part of a suitable jungle environment (Brazil makes some sense). There he can set up a special MAGA camp and call it Trumpville. Life would be good, with daily rallies, and being able to listen to Orange Lord 24/7 without having to depend on Twitter. President for Life.

A proud boy indeed....

This kid is going to be a madman as he gets older due to this bizarre adulation he's receiving.

Watched that interview. Like Graham and the rest of the so-called Republican "leaders"..........just another shine-box boy

It's okay, folks, the Yankees are still in it. There's your new team! Go Yankees!

Good question. I'm in favour of it. However, when I lived in Ontario and with my flawless driving record, i paid a lot less than what I do here. But, if you're young, you get dinged. My preference is our system where young drivers can afford insurance and develop their skills behind the wheel. I knew people in Ontario that barely drove until they 23 to 25 and were god awful at it. No experience.

Waddya expect when they can't have family reunions. It will also drastically reduce their birth rate.....

Are you copying the image address? I usually right click the gif I want to post, select "copy image address" and then paste it into a post using "post as plain text". The few times I have had issues is when I don't wait for the image to appear, before hitting submit reply. The times I just rush hitting "submit reply" before the image forms in my post- i get the link only, no gif. The times I wait for the image to form in my post, it posts the image. This might be a converting thing on the site's end. tldr; Try waiting for the image to form in your post before hitting send.

One of the first things that happened under his tenure was the Diversity Is Strength campaign, which was an absolute home run, and he was the first commissioner to make a point of going to each stadium specifically to talk to fans about what they like, didn't like, would like to see, etc etc..... I remember vividly a tweet from some Toronto based talking head (Madani or someone like that...) saying "Ambrosie's start to the role has been like Yoenis Cespedes in the home run derby....non stop crushing it..." and that always stood out to me. The good will hasn't stayed with him, unfortunately...

Sarah Cooper is fantastic.

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/rob-anders-charged-cra-tax-evasion-court-calgary-1.5742965 Karma coming full circle for when he was the only MP to oppose granting Nelson Mandela honorary citizenship while simultaneously labelling him a terrorist and a communist...?

you know what I wouldn't be surprised if there was a new commissioner sooner than later. The current guy leaves a lot to be desired.

Had the exact same feeling when we were home a few weeks ago. We went to the Bombers Store to buy stuff, and as we were walking back to the car, I stopped at the fence and looked in at the empty stadium. A sickening feeling. I would go for CFL ball 12 months of the year, but right now, especially, it's tough......