Ford declares “no BS” at McGuinty meeting

by South Bayview Bulldog Admin • July 23, 2012

Mayor Ford says that there will be “no BS”at his meeting with Premier McGuinty this afternoon when they discuss the gang violence issue. Globe and Mail

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