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Our latest stories on Canadian politics, elections, parties, and policy, from the municipal to the federal level, plus the politics of the world around us and how they affect our democratic systems.

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Politics / Technology

AI and Politics: How Will We Know What—and Who—Is Real?

April 27, 2023April 27, 2023 - by Colin Horgan

If we’re lucky, new technologies will only cause brief confusion. If we’re not, our political sphere could be changed forever

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May 2023 / Politics

Why Alberta Is Bullying Its Cities

April 11, 2023April 11, 2023 - by Tim Querengesser

Progressive mayors in Edmonton and Calgary are being undermined for political gain

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The Downfall of Jason Kenney and His Big Blue Truck

March 10, 2023March 9, 2023 - by Chaseten Remillard

Why the maverick, masculine symbol ran out of gas

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China’s Election Meddling: Canadians Deserve a Serious Response

March 2, 2023March 2, 2023 - by Ira Wells

The last thing the country needs is a half-hearted approach to protecting our democracy

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January/February 2023 / Politics

Pierre Poilievre: The Secret to His Success

December 14, 2022June 20, 2023 - by Frank Graves

How the Conservative leader is harnessing the growing tide of authoritarianism in Canada

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The Notwithstanding Clause: Is It Time for Canada to Repeal It?

December 12, 2022December 12, 2022 - by Ira Wells

Critics say the clause is a threat to Canadian rights and freedoms and should be stripped from our Constitution

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Politics / September/October 2022

Most Quebecers Don’t Want Sovereignty. Can This Politician Change Their Minds?

August 29, 2022September 1, 2022 - by Lisa Fitterman

Gabriel Nadeau-Dubois plans to unseat the premier with a new, more “inclusive” vision of separation

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Why the Voting Age Needs to Be Lowered to Sixteen

July 22, 2022January 24, 2023 - by Aymaan Abid

The time to address climate change and inequality is running out. Young people deserve to have our say—while we still can

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Politics

How an Unstable US Threatens Canada’s National Security

July 20, 2022July 20, 2022 - by Ira Wells

American political violence could lead to unpredictable spillover events in Canada

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Politics / September/October 2022

Why Are There Still So Few Women Leaders in Politics?

June 9, 2022August 18, 2022 - by Angela Misri

Women are more likely to hold interim leadership roles in federal politics, but clinching the top role remains elusive

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