Why One Liberal MP Joined Andrew Scheer’s Ranks
Critics say crossing the floor is a democratic betrayal. Politicians say it’s the only way they can voice dissent
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Can Trudeau Spin the SNC-Lavalin Affair to His Benefit? Just Watch Him
The scandal signals that the upcoming election won’t be about “sunny ways”—it will be jobs, jobs jobs
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Can Michael Ignatieff Beat Back Authoritarianism in Hungary?
The former politician is in the middle of a battle with Hungarian leader, Victor Orbán. At stake? The future of liberal democracy in Europe
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The Night Steve Bannon Came to Toronto
His Munk Debate with David Frum filled an auditorium with sound and fury, but was anyone listening?
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Meet the Facebook Group Trying to Reshape Politics
Ontario Proud has become enormously influential on social media. Critics say it’s partisan, even racist
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The Quebec Election and Canada’s New Political Unpredictability
There is growing backlash against the established political order, and no party or politician is safe
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Doug Ford Is Testing the Rule of Law
The Charter of Rights and Freedoms is on shakier ground today than ever before
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