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Stewart Prest

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Where this writer stands

Foreign affairs3 pieces

Alliance restraintAssertive alliances and sanctions
“If Canada is serious about charting a new path, distinct from the great powers of the world, it must do more than talk.” Read the piece

Climate2 pieces

Faster fossil phase-downSlower phase-down, production first
“Sustainability staff manage the city's response to climate change, in cooperation with other departments and under the control of council.” Read the piece

Federalism2 pieces

Ottawa leadsProvinces lead
“It's hard to imagine the federal government striking a deal with Ontario about what should happen in Québec without Québec's involvement.” Read the piece

Fiscal policy1 piece

Higher taxes and public spendingLower taxes and tighter spending
“Austerity budgets save some money in the short term, but have long-term costs, both financial and otherwise.” Read the piece

Trade1 piece

Diversify away from one partnerDeeper continental integration
“Similarly, Canada must deepen links with other allies and partners around the world as quickly as possible.” Read the piece

Energy1 piece

Restrict new oil and gasExpand production and export
“at its heart is a shared vision for a new pipeline from Alberta to British Columbia's protected northern coast.” Read the piece

Defence1 piece

Restrain spending and deploymentsHigher spending and more capability
“Acts like deploying symbolic forces to Greenland if necessary will show a seriousness of purpose.” Read the piece

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