Murray Wood: How governments avoid scrutiny with an ‘information dump’

Murray Wood says governments can play games with the information they release, so it gets as little attention as possible. Wood says that’s what happened on Monday with Saskatchewan’s Crown reports.

Murray Wood delivers sharp, insightful commentary with a blend of wit, skepticism and straight talk. Whether he’s exposing political maneuvering, celebrating cultural icons or unpacking life’s everyday quirks, he never holds back.

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Listen to more commentary from Murray Wood:

Mon., June 23: Murray Wood says Donald Trump’s decision to attack three nuclear sites in Iran over the weekend could be the right call, even if some of the reasons behind the decision are wrong.

Fri., June 20: Every Friday, Murray Wood takes a look at the week’s news and decides who’s hot and who’s not. This week’s list includes a happy ending to a case of a missing child, and the latest jabs from U.S. President Donald Trump.

Thurs., June 19: After a Saskatchewan senator thanked a Trudeau-appointed senator for crossing the floor, Murray Wood wonders what purpose the senate actually serves, although there is one thing that could bring him around.

Wed., June 18: Murray Wood says the G7 summit in Alberta showed that Prime Minister Mark Carney is able to comport himself well on the world stage. Wood says Canada is a middle power that can punch above its weight thanks to strong leaders.

Tues., June 17: Murray Wood says Saskatchewan Roughriders kicker Brett Lauther can bounce back after missing three of his five field goal attempts against Hamilton on Saturday. Even the best players sometimes have an off night.