Josie Sabatino

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What Conservative rally crowds reveal—and why it matters

What Conservative rally crowds reveal—and why it matters

One of the standout features of the 2025 federal election has been the ability of Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre to draw thousands of people out to listen to his stump speeches—even in ridings where the party currently holds no seats and has been shut out for years. From airport hangars to warehouses and convention centres, Poilievre has seen no shortage...

Ford steps into the Canada-U.S. spotlight as Trudeau quips about women’s rights

Ford steps into the Canada-U.S. spotlight as Trudeau quips about women’s rights

The war of words between political leaders over the future of Canada-U.S. relations continues to escalate. In a speech worthy of any Liberal campaign stop, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau delivered what he must have thought was a vote-moving, progressive speech for the ages. At an Equal Voice gala event in Ottawa designed to inspire female leadership and participation in the...

‘America First’ playbook comes to life and crystallizes uphill battle for the Trudeau Liberals

‘America First’ playbook comes to life and crystallizes uphill battle for the Trudeau Liberals

The dust is finally beginning to settle in the aftermath of the United States presidential election. For decision-makers around the globe, the “break glass in case of emergency” contingency plans are already being deployed as leaders grapple with the existential threat of the new “America First” playbook. President-elect Donald Trump has moved with lightning speed to announce appointment after appointment...

Message targeting is the name of the game before the next federal election

Message targeting is the name of the game before the next federal election

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Urban and rural voters find themselves on a collision course as Poilievre seeks to unite

Urban and rural voters find themselves on a collision course as Poilievre seeks to unite

Building a lasting legacy can be very tricky for present-day politicians. As Canadian politics becomes increasingly tense and polarized, it becomes much more difficult for party leaders to stand by the pillars of the policy agenda upon which they were first elected. For instance, the resurgence of the Bloc Québécois has put Quebec nationalism back on the agenda. The Liberal...

Trudeau’s commitment to senate reform joins the pile of other broken promises

Trudeau’s commitment to senate reform joins the pile of other broken promises

Those who were suspicious of the new sunny ways approach should feel vindicated on the heels of last week’s announcement of two new senate appointments. Pictured: Future Senator Charles Adler. Photo Credit: Charles Adler/X. In 2015, former Prime Minister Stephen Harper made headlines for his stated desire to reform the senate. In a bold move, Harper said his government would...