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Maclean's: Is the Oct. 4 cover with Bonhomme Carnaval offensive? - Point of View

Maclean's: Is the Oct. 4 cover with Bonhomme Carnaval offensive?

 The Maclean's Oct. 4 edition has sparked controversy in Quebec. (CBC) Quebec politicians and organizers of the Quebec Winter Carnival are up in arms about an explosive cover story in the latest issue of Maclean's magazine that declares the province the most corrupt in Canada.

The Oct. 4 edition of the magazine also depicts the iconic figure Bonhomme Carnaval carrying a suitcase overflowing with cash.

Two accompanying articles inside explore the question of why so many political scandals seem to happen in Quebec, from the current controversy involving judicial appointments to the patronage days of former premier Maurice Duplessis.

Quebec New Democrat MP Thomas Mulcair said he is sickened by the magazine's treatment of the issue from the cover to the content.

He said there is no evidence Quebec's history with corruption is worse than any other province.

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Do you think the Oct.4 Maclean's cover depicting Bonhomme Carnaval with a suitcase of money is offensive? Why or why not.

(This poll is not scientific. It is based on readers' responses.)