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Canada’s budget deficit is at $61.9 billion. Now what?
Canada reported a $61.9 billion federal budget deficit in today’s Fall Economic Statement and we’re preparing for the political circus that’s about to ensue. Even before the release of the FES, Poilievre had already seized upon Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland’s resignation this morning to pursue whatever was politically expedient. I believe his exact words were… Read more
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Red hats and rhetoric: When fashion met ideology
Sometime between the invention of the baseball cap and the cultural phenomenon that is MAGA merchandise, the unthinkable happened: fashion and ideology collided. Yes, I’m talking about the infamous red “Make America Great Again” hat—a pedestrian product that became a lightning rod for modern political discourse. Read more
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How politics became the new personality test
Gone are the days when you could size someone up based on their taste in music or whether they’re a cat person or a dog person. Now, it’s all about where they stand on the latest social media-fueled outrage. Read more
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Civil discourse to culture wars: The erosion of common ground
Civil discourse has disappeared, replaced by culture wars and hyper-polarization. Explore how media, social platforms, and zero-sum politics have eroded common ground—and discover ways to rebuild meaningful dialogue. Read more
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Politics as identity: Partisanship and personal relationships
Politics has become more than policy—it’s personal. Discover how hyper-partisanship is reshaping relationships, the role of social media in deepening divides, and practical ways to bridge the gap in this polarized world. Read more
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Why Kamala lost: America’s inopportune moment of self-revelation
The pundits are focusing on the wrong thing. Kamala’s 2024 campaign didn’t fail because of some strategic mishap. It’s something deeper. Read more
