Conservatives make good use of their time

Even though the next election is likely over a year away, the Conservatives have been running their fundraising machine at full throttle.
It won’t be easy when the election rolls in

Political parties will exploit our hopes and fears by prepping candidates to ensure our choice is driven by reactionary emotions, not critical analysis. Luckily, we can sift through the noise, and to make an informed decision instead.
Rodriguez’s potential departure would leave a huge gap in Liberal electoral machine in Quebec

Pablo Rodriquez has integrated beautifully into the Quebec political world, and is widely recognized as a great organizer in all regions. That would make his decision to leave even tougher for Prime Minister Trudeau as there is no lieutenant heir apparent waiting in the wings.
Conservatives’ TV ad tells us a lot

Conservatives will employ negative ads to get their message across even though the polls indicate they are well ahead in the race. This is a little surprising since the ‘book’ says if your party is way out front, you should probably stick to positive messaging.
U.S. election outcome doesn’t change policy issues, but Trump harder to predict, say pundits, lobbyists

Leadership in North America faces a potential shakeup with the U.S. election coming up in November, and Canada’s federal election coming by October of 2025 at the latest.
The Poilievres’ mom-and-pop shop

In the sea of political merchandise, Anaida Poilievre’s personally curated line stands out.
Trudeau, Singh no-shows at Calgary Stampede where Poilievre rails against their ‘woke’ agenda

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau likely opted out to avoid ‘awkward’ questions in Calgary, home to one of the MPs pressing for a caucus meeting on the Liberal party’s future, says political scientist Lori Williams.
Is populism popular in Canada? Researchers say yes

Populist, far-right politicians have not only made gains in France, but are becoming a stronger threat across Europe and in the United States. In Canada, ‘There’s a bit of collective denial,’ says pollster Frank Graves.
What is the political gospel of St. Paul’s?

The man who took on the top job to rescue the Liberal Party is now the main reason that same party could be obliterated in the next election. Unless, once again for the good of the party, he chooses a different path.
Understanding Poilievre’s conservatism

Conservatism is increasingly all about opposing the three main ‘isms’ of the 21st century: globalism, wokism, and elitism.