Western Context

Google is banning political ads ahead of the fall election, John Horgan wants us to stop whining about softwood lumber, and an anti-energy advocate is now a part of Alberta’s energy regulator. Also, Trudeau’s cabinet experiences another resignation.

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Duration: 50:46
Hosts: Shane and Patrick

• Google to ban political ads ahead of federal election, citing new transparency rules
• Premier Horgan Tells MLA Tegart to “Stop Whining” about Lumber Dispute
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• NDP government appoints an ‘enemy’ to the Alberta Energy Regulator
• Jane Philpott resigns from Trudeau cabinet, cites SNC-Lavalin scandal as a factor
• Word of the Week: Transparency

The US tariffs Canadian softwood, Jason Kenney wins the UCP race and the social media narrative, the Liberals favour gender equality over diversity and merit with judicial appointments, and the Governor General takes an alarmingly partisan position.

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Duration: 46:47
Hosts: Shane and Patrick

• U.S. slaps punitive duties on B.C. softwood
• Jason Kenney wins UCP leadership Race
• Liberals not always appointing ‘highly recommended’ judges
• Rex Murphy: Governor General appoints herself umpire of questions of faith and science
• Word of the Week: Constitution