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The Liberty Summer Seminar is by far my favourite annual political social gathering. It is an event where politicians, journalists, academics and students can gather around with a bottle of Liberty Ale, eat barbeque and learn about the philosophy and politics of freedom.

The yearly political fête takes place on the property of Marta and Lech Jaworski in bucolic Orono, Ontario. They cook amazing meals (for up to 100 people) and make the event (which is hosted by the Jaworski’s son, Peter) a terrific experience.

The C.D. Howe Institute presents the Sylvia Ostry lecture and dinner, featuring guest speaker Dr. Nouriel Roubini, Professor, NYU Stern School of Business and Chairman, Roubini Global Economics.

Who: Dr. Roubini, one of the world’s most prominent economists, famously predicted the credit market crisis – earning him the name “Dr. Doom.” He will discuss global imbalances, sovereign debt risk and the potential for a double dip recession.

When: Wednesday, September 8, 2010, 6pm – 9pm

Where: Four Seasons Hotel, 21 Avenue Road, Toronto, Ontario

Our Turkey of the Week award goes to Stockwell Day, for turning into Mumbly Joe when the situation called for Dirty Harry.

At a recent press conference, the Treasury Board president tried, rather unsuccessfully, to defend the federal government’s decision to spend billions on new prisons at a time when crime rates have

Our Turkey of the Week award goes to Warren Jeffs, a convicted cult leader who recently won a new trial.

WOMEN'S POST MAGAZINE will be hosting a Courage to Lead event on Wednesday, July 28, 2010 from 6-9 pm at Hank's Cafe (9 1/2 Church Street, in downtown Toronto).

The upcoming soiree, titled "Financial Fitness," will feature an expert panel offering tips on wealth management/planning.

Speakers:

Lisa MacLeod (Progressive Conservative MPP, Nepean-Carleton)

Lisa is the Official Opposition Critic for Revenue and Government Accountability in the PC shadow cabinet and a vocal critic of the HST.

Rosanna Garisto (Insurance Broker/Founder, RNG Financial)