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Opening with reference to history, Governor General Michaelle Jean delivered the Conservative government's speech from the throne last Wednesday, outlining plans for the coming session of parliament. Touching the history of confederation and Canada's participation in the world wars, the Throne Speech talked positively about Canada's economic successes, and fears for the near future.

Local and National We're happier than the United States. So suck it. Canadians are often made fun of. American television often laughs at Canada's expense - foreigners seem to think Canadian bacon is something of a joke, visitors often gripe about the loonie and the toonie.