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George Brookman

Publishing · On our record since 2012

Where this writer stands

Energy6 pieces

Restrict new oil and gasExpand production and export
“We have natural gas, and the world's environment needs it. Australia has 10 LNG plants, and the United States has eight. Canada has one!” Read the piece

Public safety4 pieces

Prevention and restraintEnforcement and sentencing
“Heavy fines, restoring photo radar and licence suspensions must be part of the program.” Read the piece

Fiscal policy4 pieces

Higher taxes and public spendingLower taxes and tighter spending
“Nonetheless, we cannot continue to look for additional services without finding ways to pay.” Read the piece

Federalism3 pieces

Ottawa leadsProvinces lead
“None of this Alberta separation discussion actually makes sense to me, and none of the leaders of that movement or the arguments they put forth inspire any reality.” Read the piece

Defence2 pieces

Restrain spending and deploymentsHigher spending and more capability
“For years, military leaders have been crying out for better protection for our Arctic sovereignty, yet we stood back and watched as our proud army, navy and air force dealt with aging equipment and dwindling personnel.” Read the piece

Trade2 pieces

Diversify away from one partnerDeeper continental integration
“Maybe things will change, but it is time to find new friends and separate yourself from the now-hostile neighbour.” Read the piece

Labour2 pieces

Stronger unions and standardsMore flexibility for employers
“The right to strike and protest are an integral part of a democracy, but when these protests destroy Canada's reputation as a reliable supplier of critical goods and services, governments must step in and act quickly.” Read the piece

Housing1 piece

Public supply and demand controlsMarket supply and deregulation
“The abandonment of rezoning seems to top everyone's list. Highrise developments calling for one parking stall for every two apartments only results in streets full of parked cars. That's a good one.” Read the piece

Climate1 piece

Faster fossil phase-downSlower phase-down, production first
“We have natural gas, and the world's environment needs it.” Read the piece

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