But the political class today, typified by Stephen Harper, seems to operate under the delusion that culture is just entertainment, something to pass the time after the day's work is done.

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Straight from the kick-off, King again caused havoc for the Bulls' defence, delaying his pass just enough to give Atkins time to race to the line.

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Tamalpais in Marin County -- just on the other side of the Golden Gate Bridge -- a seemingly adult way to pass the time.

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And since I have criticized the GOP for staging phony primaries in the senate recalls, all for the purpose of delaying the actual recall elections to give their party more time to pass the Walker agenda, I would have to be just as critical of the Democrats playing this game as it would be equally wrong.

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