While National Newswatch does not keep an archive of external articles for longer than 6 months, we do keep all articles written by contributors who post directly to our site. Here you will find all of the contributed and linked external articles from Senator David Wells.
There is a troubling pattern emerging in the debate on the NL Hydro and Hydro-Québec MOU – one that should alarm every Newfoundlander and Labradorian who believes in open debate and fair treatment. When I raised legitimate concerns about a deal that could disadvantage our province for generations, did powerful interests from outside respond with what to me seems obvious...
As Newfoundland and Labrador prepares for a provincial election, voters face an important decision that will guide the future of the Gull Island hydro project on the Lower Churchill River. Right now, there is no issue that is more important to our province’s future. A memorandum of understanding (MOU) has been signed with Quebec, but many citizens - likely most...
"Lies, damned lies, and statistics" is a phrase often used to describe how statistics can be manipulated to support weak arguments. The portrayal of Canada as a major offender in the climate debate is a prime example of this manipulation.
'I will do everything I can to fight this legislation being advanced by Seamus O’Regan,' writes Senator David Wells. When most people think of the oil and gas industry in Canada, they think of the West, of Alberta and the oil sands in particular.