So happy for you Terry that you had the opportunity to interview Marc Garneau. Although I appreciate the work that he did on behalf of Canadians I was surprised at the comments he made about Justin Trudeau in his book. He certainly had the right to, but given our alternative opposition party so gung ho on forming the next government I was disheartened. I just finished listening to a current CBC interview of his on the CBC before I wrote this comment, and he gives the current government some sound advice. I also read another recent article, and yes, I agree with Marc Garneau's comments, and perhaps a wake up call to the PM. According to the article only the PM's childhood friends in cabinet had access to him. I suspect being a child of a PM has made him very guarded in his life, and not prone to trust. But I thank Mr Garneau on the insight.
Always interesting stories Terry. And yes Marc Garneau made a difference on his many journeys and adventures. Will try to make it to "Dockland" on December 4th to hear what you may have to say that evening.
This sold me on Garneau's book but I wish I'd heard the Fallis interview of him. Barton's interview is interesting but only touches briefly on some of the issues that Best Laid Plans and follow-up novels have explored. Including the role of the backbencher and impact of party discipline. I was interested that Garneau was positive about his backbench experience, unlike some backbenchers. Terry, I hope you keep mining politics in your novels since Canadians need to understand and appreciate this work, and pay more attention between elections.
I love that Garneau went "above and beyond" when he made notes for you!
I have a manuscript of my first novel with notes from one of my university professors, who kindly reviewed it for me. That was a great personal thrill for me!
So happy for you Terry that you had the opportunity to interview Marc Garneau. Although I appreciate the work that he did on behalf of Canadians I was surprised at the comments he made about Justin Trudeau in his book. He certainly had the right to, but given our alternative opposition party so gung ho on forming the next government I was disheartened. I just finished listening to a current CBC interview of his on the CBC before I wrote this comment, and he gives the current government some sound advice. I also read another recent article, and yes, I agree with Marc Garneau's comments, and perhaps a wake up call to the PM. According to the article only the PM's childhood friends in cabinet had access to him. I suspect being a child of a PM has made him very guarded in his life, and not prone to trust. But I thank Mr Garneau on the insight.
Yes, he was very candid. He's always been a straight shooter. It was good to spend some time with him again.
Always interesting stories Terry. And yes Marc Garneau made a difference on his many journeys and adventures. Will try to make it to "Dockland" on December 4th to hear what you may have to say that evening.
Ack! Thanks for catching my typo. Correction made.
This sold me on Garneau's book but I wish I'd heard the Fallis interview of him. Barton's interview is interesting but only touches briefly on some of the issues that Best Laid Plans and follow-up novels have explored. Including the role of the backbencher and impact of party discipline. I was interested that Garneau was positive about his backbench experience, unlike some backbenchers. Terry, I hope you keep mining politics in your novels since Canadians need to understand and appreciate this work, and pay more attention between elections.
“Up and Down” is my favourite of your books. Thanks for this book review of Marc Garneau’s book; I look forward to reading it.
I love that Garneau went "above and beyond" when he made notes for you!
I have a manuscript of my first novel with notes from one of my university professors, who kindly reviewed it for me. That was a great personal thrill for me!
Two Canadian icons!