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Conspiracy theories are here to stay, but strengthening our institutions would blunt their damage
This article appeared on the Hub. For insightful dialogue, visit the Hub at www.thehub.ca From flat earthers to 9/11 truthers,…
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At its core, the Freedom Convoy was anti-democratic
This article appeared on the Hub. For insightful dialogue, visit the Hub at www.thehub.ca There are many things that were…
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The Case for Private Universities in Canada
This article appeared on the Hub. For insightful dialogue, visit the Hub at www.thehub.ca As June comes to an end…
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Our leaders are groping along on COVID-19: There may not be a better way
This article appeared in the Hub. Visit the Hub for insightful dialogue: www.thehub.ca At some point soon, there will be…
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The Conservative Party Itself is Ungovernable
There is a certain truth about Conservative opposition leaders. It’s the hardest job in politics. It seems nobody will give…
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Is Ontario in a “V” shape recovery? Analyzing the 2020 Ontario Budget
Economists have been interested to determine what kind of recovery jurisdictions like Ontario might face by using letters to paint…
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The school reopen plan meets the science/politics nexus
Ontario’s school reopen plan is in trouble, and it’s not because the plan itself is terrible. I actually think the…
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So you want kids in schools this fall?
I want kids in schools this fall. Before we get there, let’s agree on the conditions that need to be…
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The limits of science and political decision-making
Our political leaders are being lauded for deferring political decisions to scientists. Listen to the scientists, the common argument went,…
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Solutions without problems
With the Conservative Party of Canada’s leadership debates complete, it’s time to talk about one of the major challenges the…
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Covid-19: Back to Blog Edition
I probably should get back to blogging. I’m already tired of Zoom, Teams, Google Meets, and whatever else is out…
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Conservatives need a new script on climate change
One of the most frustrating things to watch is how political mistakes keep repeating. The Scheer Conservatives badly lost an…