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A photo of a Chinese flag illuminated by sunshine between Canadian flags in the Hall of Honour on Parliament Hill in Ottawa.
Politics

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, 2022December 16, 2022 - by Frank Graves

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

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Politics

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

Why Is Politics Getting Nastier?

May 12, 2022May 30, 2022 - by Stephen Maher

With threats and harassment rising, running for office has become a dangerous job

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November 2021

Editor’s Letter: Why We Don’t Endorse Political Candidates

September 16, 2021September 16, 2021 - by Jessica Johnson

Election cycles don’t always provide depth and context for the crises we face. Good journalism does

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An animated photo illustration of different looks from Conservative leader Erin O'Toole. It alternates between him wearing a suit, a muscle t-shirt, a construction hat, and running gear.
Current Affairs / Politics

The Manly Makeover of a Conservative Leader

September 14, 2021September 14, 2021 - by Scott Reid

Is Erin O’Toole trying to beat Justin Trudeau at his own image game?

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Podcasts

Nationalism Is Not Always Bad for Democracy

September 8, 2021December 15, 2021 - by Prerna Singh

S3E5 of The Conversation Piece podcast

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Politics

What Perks Does a Twice-Impeached President Deserve?

March 8, 2021June 8, 2021 - by Melissa J. Gismondi

Former leaders get libraries, Secret Service details, and intelligence briefings. But, after Trump’s four years of upending norms, the usual honours may no longer apply

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The Walrus Leadership Forum on Trust

February 23, 2021February 4, 2022 - by The Walrus Staff

Building higher trust for Canada’s health and prosperity

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March/April 2021 / Society

Quitting America

January 18, 2021February 19, 2021 - by M.E. Rogan

I came to Canada to escape a childhood—and a nation—consumed with lies

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