Peter Worthington

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Mr. Worthington is a Veteran of the Second World War and the Korean War. Mr. Worthington was an Air Gunner in the Second World War and an Intelligence Officer in the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry (PPCLI) in Korea. He is recognized as one of the foremost writers on military matters. His column, well-beloved by the Veteran Community, reflects the popular mood of the moment, as they are always informative, frequently entertaining and eminently readable. Over the years, Mr. Worthington has been a powerful voice and advocate of Veterans' rights and benefits. He was a member of a delegation to Korea in July 2003 , a pilgrimage organized on the occasion of the 50th Anniversary of the Korean War Armistice. A champion of Veterans' interests, he has also covered major events, reporting from numerous hot spots around the world. Mr. Worthington has and continues to make an outstanding contribution to the perpetuation of the memory of the sacrifice and contributions of all Canadian Veterans, and brings to his writings a unique knowledge and understanding regarding the role of Canada's Veterans in the Korean War. (web site Veterans Affairs Canada).

 

 

 

Veteran affairs minister's a toothless tiger

PETER WORTHINGTON, Toronto Sun

August 28, 2010

Another indication of the government’s fading interest in the welfare of veterans, now that we are committed to pulling out of Afghanistan by next July, is Jean-Pierre Blackburn as minister of veterans affairs.

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Veterans 'regret' decision to fire ombudsman

Peter Worthington

August 24, 2010

The firing of retired Col. Pat Stogran as veterans ombudsman shows no sign of simmering down and is sending more shock waves through the veterans community.

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Vets lose tiger in their corner

By PETER WORTHINGTON,Toronto Sun

August 17, 2010 7:22pm

They appointed him as the first veterans’ ombudsman on Remembrance Day 2007, and they’re firing him on Remembrance Day 2010.

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Semrau breaks silence

Ready to return to Afghan war, officer says in exclusive interview

July 22, 2010

By Peter Worthington

Ready to return to Afghan war, officer says in exclusive interview. As he uneasily awaits sentencing for “disgraceful behaviour” in the shooting death of a wounded Taliban insurgent in Afghanistan, 2008, Capt. Robert Semrau has for the first time expressed his feelings on the case.

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We’re afraid to stand on principle: Worthington

Free speech and choice distinguishes freedom. It is one of the things our soldiers risk their lives for

April 29, 2010

By Peter Worthington

The latest victim in the continuing war against free speech, is the somewhat vulgar cartoon show South Park, which professes to have no respect for any institution when it comes to satire and comedy.

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