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Peter MacKay

Publishing · On our record since 2000

Where this writer stands

Trade2 pieces

Diversify away from one partnerDeeper continental integration
“Resisting the temptation to provoke and indulge ourselves in throwing barbs, while ignoring the baiting and barking from the U.S. administration is the only way back to the bargaining table and a chance to reset the trade talks.” Read the piece

Defence2 pieces

Restrain spending and deploymentsHigher spending and more capability
“After the "decade of darkness" under the Liberals, a massive investment in the Canadian Armed Forces was required to properly equip our combat troops for the difficult and dangerous mission against the Taliban.” Read the piece

Energy1 piece

Restrict new oil and gasExpand production and export
“How we live up to the promise to cut through the infamous sea of red tape, anti development legislation and Gordian knots tied by bureaucrats was missing from the rhetoric” Read the piece

Foreign affairs1 piece

Alliance restraintAssertive alliances and sanctions
“Harper's strong condemnation and confrontation of Russian President Vladimir Putin's human rights abuses and democratic backsliding at the 2007 G8 summit stands out as one of his finest moments on the international stage.” Read the piece

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