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Clifford Lincoln

Publishing · On our record since 2012

Where this writer stands

Federalism4 pieces

Ottawa leadsProvinces lead
“I am convinced there is a large majority of us across the land who believe that governments should not have the authority to blatantly suspend our fundamental rights by the invocation of an arbitrary clause — a majority that strongly hopes the Supreme Court may set limits on the future use of the notwithstanding clause” Read the piece

Foreign affairs2 pieces

Alliance restraintAssertive alliances and sanctions
“More assertively than ever, we in this peaceful country must close ranks with those like nations that strive for true democracy and a world order of peace, stability and respect for the other.” Read the piece

Energy2 pieces

Restrict new oil and gasExpand production and export
“It could mean the hazards of an oil pipeline crossing B.C. territory against the wishes of the B.C. government and First Nations, the repeal of the oil tanker ban in the waters of northern B.C., and by extension the postponement or abandon of the Great Bear Sea marine conservation project.” Read the piece

Climate2 pieces

Faster fossil phase-downSlower phase-down, production first
“It is first and foremost about oil and gas revenues and economic benefits priming environmental considerations and safeguards.” Read the piece

Fiscal policy2 pieces

Higher taxes and public spendingLower taxes and tighter spending
“whose government for the first time in years of continuing budget deficits had not only balanced the books but left a surplus of around $5 billion — promptly swallowed up by the Coalition Avenir Québec in administrative inefficiency and waste, so that we are now saddled with an annual deficit of nearly $10 billion.” Read the piece

Immigration1 piece

Higher permanent intakeLower intake
“Reopening the doors to the ROC and international students, and treating McGill and Concordia as crucial institutions and contributors to Quebec — and not for cheap political advantage when vaunting Quebec's assets.” Read the piece

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