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Scott Stinson

Publishing · On our record since 2014

Where this writer stands

Fiscal policy6 pieces

Higher taxes and public spendingLower taxes and tighter spending
“Throwing more money at a problem and hoping it goes away isn't what a government that insists it is concerned about wasteful spending would do.” Read the piece

Immigration2 pieces

Higher permanent intakeLower intake
“Immigrants are a tremendous resource for countries looking to build their economies, whether through tourism or other means. It may seem trite to say this, but immigration really is a net positive for countries that facilitate it.” Read the piece

Public safety2 pieces

Prevention and restraintEnforcement and sentencing
“But what else could you possibly call the situation in Ontario other than a crisis that requires an extreme response?” Read the piece

Housing2 pieces

Public supply and demand controlsMarket supply and deregulation
“If there were any urban planners in the audience, it's possible their heads exploded upon hearing the mayor declare that NIMBYism was, in fact, fake news.” Read the piece

Trade1 piece

Diversify away from one partnerDeeper continental integration
“There is simply no reason to cave on the prohibition of U.S. alcohol in response to Trump's latest intransigence. It would be a show of weakness, which would only encourage the U.S. president to apply even more random pressure tactics.” Read the piece

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