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Graham is a major figure in Alberta media and is sought after as a conference speaker and panelist to bring his uncanny understanding of politics to a broad range of audiences. He can often be heard explaining what's happening in Alberta on national radio and television programs, including The Current and Power and Politics.
Graham Thomson Blog
7M ago
Former Calgary mayor Naheed Nenshi ended weeks of speculation Monday afternoon to announce he has entered the contest to replace New Democratic leader Rachel Notley.
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Graham Thomson Blog
7M ago
The former Calgary mayor has no past allegiance to the provincial NDP. His possible entry into its leadership race could make it more contentious, and more intriguing to a broad range of voters as it seeks to do what has never been done in Alberta, writes Graham Thomson.
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Graham Thomson Blog
10M ago
Smith is trying to position herself as a voice of reason, protecting children. She would love to force her opponents to take unpopular positions.
The post Danielle Smith’s action on gender issues sparks outrage from NDP, Liberals — and that’s fine by her appeared first on Graham Thomson ..read more
Graham Thomson Blog
10M ago
Notley’s departure won’t just be felt in the province but potentially across Canada as one of the country’s most influential progressive politicians exits the stage.
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Graham Thomson Blog
10M ago
The former premier says her party is well-positioned to take on the UCP
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Graham Thomson Blog
10M ago
Next year, you can expect Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to spark more legal showdowns with the federal government, push ahead with an Alberta Pension Plan despite public opposition and codify protection for those who railed at pandemic restrictions, writes Graham Thomson.
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Graham Thomson Blog
10M ago
Alberta’s Opposition leader on how Smith’s UCP won, why she’s stayed on, the energy future and more. A Tyee interview.
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Graham Thomson Blog
10M ago
Alberta’s premier is looking for political points and investment in dubious climate ‘solutions.’
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Graham Thomson Blog
10M ago
Premier plans to pitch carbon capture and Alberta’s ‘clean’ oil and gas at climate summit.
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Graham Thomson Blog
10M ago
Her goal is to force Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to the negotiating table over energy regulations. Failing that, she wants to force him into court.
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