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Edmonton Journal

Ronald S. Billingsley Jr

Last published Oct. 2025 · On our record since 2025

Where this writer stands

Housing1 piece

Public supply and demand controlsMarket supply and deregulation
“We cannot go another winter allowing people to freeze on the streets while governments debate Band-Aid solutions.” Read the piece

Fiscal policy1 piece

Higher taxes and public spendingLower taxes and tighter spending
“I will find every means possible to build this expeditiously prior to winter 2026, to be paid for in part or in full by making places of worship pay property tax.” Read the piece

Climate1 piece

Faster fossil phase-downSlower phase-down, production first
“Edmonton must be a leader in the climate crisis, not a follower. That means: electrifying our transit system; investing in solar and wind infrastructure; protecting our river valley and green space; and preparing for the extreme weather that's already here, and that is likely to worsen.” Read the piece

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