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Rob Breakenridge

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Where this writer stands

Energy22 pieces

Restrict new oil and gasExpand production and export
“So no more concessions, no more MOUs. Let's get this done. If not now, when?” Read the piece

Fiscal policy12 pieces

Higher taxes and public spendingLower taxes and tighter spending
“We're once again — as we were when the now-premier thundered against it from the opposition benches — seeing a government trying to have it all — keep taxes low, keep spending high and use debt and oil money to cover the enormous gulf in between.” Read the piece

Federalism10 pieces

Ottawa leadsProvinces lead
“One thing it's not, however, is any of Ottawa's business.” Read the piece

Trade8 pieces

Diversify away from one partnerDeeper continental integration
“Poilievre made an effective case that eliminating tariffs will promote economic growth and lower costs, while also strengthening the Canada-U.S. security relationship.” Read the piece

Climate6 pieces

Faster fossil phase-downSlower phase-down, production first
“Ending the oil and gas emissions cap has allowed this pipeline project to move forward.” Read the piece

Foreign affairs3 pieces

Alliance restraintAssertive alliances and sanctions
“in the interests of stability in the Indo-Pacific, as well as Canada's long long-term economic interests, we need to strengthen our relationships with democratic allies.” Read the piece

Housing2 pieces

Public supply and demand controlsMarket supply and deregulation
“One of the big problems with rent control is the disincentive it creates to add more supply” Read the piece

Public safety2 pieces

Prevention and restraintEnforcement and sentencing
“It makes no sense for police to be monitoring social media for offensive but non-criminal comments.” Read the piece

Agriculture1 piece

Defend supply managementLiberalize supply management
“Which is too bad, because at the end of the day, Canadians would be better off without it.” Read the piece

Labour1 piece

Stronger unions and standardsMore flexibility for employers
“Even for those earning minimum wage, while some do benefit from wage increases, others suffer from reduced hours or fewer job opportunities.” Read the piece

Health1 piece

Expand public coverageMore private delivery
“There should be much more tolerance and flexibility in allowing provinces to experiment with alternative models of delivery.” Read the piece

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