Canadian Government Suspends, Begins Investigation of Scientist Who Recorded Song Critical of Prime Minister

The Globe and Mail reports that an Environment Canada scientist has been suspended for composing and recording a song that critizes current Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper.  Scientist and folk singer Tony Turner wrote “Harperman,” which apparently does not sit well with Mr. Harper.  Among the “objectionable” lyrics: Mr. Turner wrote that “Harperman” has “no respect for environment / Harperman, it’s time for you to go”, and “no more cons, cons, cons / we want you gone, gone gone”.  Mr. Turner is currently being investigated for breaching the ethics code that applies to Canadian public servants.

Hear a performance of “Harperman” here (YouTube).

More here from the Ottawa Citizen,  here from the Globe and Mail.