Why Peter MacKay Is the Wrong Choice
MacKay’s history as minister of justice raises questions about his political fitness
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Why Resolving the Wet’suwet’en Crisis May Depend on an Ancient Treaty
Parliament took too long to respond to the protests. Further action could require following the principles of the Silver Covenant Chain
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How Universal Basic Income Will Save the Economy
Until recently, the idea lived on the political margins. Then the pandemic changed everything
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My Weekend Canvassing for Bernie
Waves of Canadians are crossing the border to help Bernie Sanders become the next US president
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What Jason Kenney’s War Room Is Costing Alberta
The province’s failure to consider climate risk may lose it billions in global investment
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Small Towns Are Dying. Can Immigration Save Them?
Newcomers can extend the lives of shrinking villages, but only if Quebec can confront its xenophobia
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How Ranked Ballots Could Strengthen Our Democracy
Trudeau has supported the voting method since he ran for Liberal leadership. It’s time to make it law
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How Can Canada Get the Trade Deal Passed? Think Like the Russians
As approval for the new NAFTA deal is held up, Canadians need to take matters into their own hands
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