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The Tyee

Steve Burgess

Publishing · On our record since 2012

Where this writer stands

Climate3 pieces

Faster fossil phase-downSlower phase-down, production first
“You could say the same thing about selling meth, but that would not likely have the same degree of public support.” Read the piece

Trade2 pieces

Diversify away from one partnerDeeper continental integration
“by participating in the Eurovision Song Contest, we will indicate Canada is turning toward Europe and away from Trump's America.” Read the piece

Fiscal policy1 piece

Higher taxes and public spendingLower taxes and tighter spending
“It's one thing to avoid helping people with your own cash — any wealthy skinflint can do that. But if you can spend your way into a gig that lets you strangle the international aid paid for by taxpayers, that's some extinction-level evil genius.” Read the piece

Energy1 piece

Restrict new oil and gasExpand production and export
“The climate crisis is still with us and our commitment to fighting it is still absolute.” Read the piece

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