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Vaughn Palmer

Publishing · On our record since 2009

Where this writer stands

Fiscal policy26 pieces

Higher taxes and public spendingLower taxes and tighter spending
“Eby was always a big spender and, upon becoming premier, promptly abandoned the fiscal restraint of John Horgan” Read the piece

Public safety7 pieces

Prevention and restraintEnforcement and sentencing
“the neighbourhood disorder and decay associated with such sites is a product of failed government policies: • Decriminalization, which led to widespread, open drug use. • Safer supply, which created open air drug markets outside participating pharmacies. • Catch and release justice policies, which freed perpetrators before the arresting officers had finished the paperwork.” Read the piece

Energy3 pieces

Restrict new oil and gasExpand production and export
“Is it any wonder that the parties concluded Eby would have nothing positive to contribute to the discussions?” Read the piece

Housing2 pieces

Public supply and demand controlsMarket supply and deregulation
“While it has been stated by the province that the proposed changes will improve permit processes, staff strongly believe that it will add time, cost and uncertainty to development” Read the piece

Labour1 piece

Stronger unions and standardsMore flexibility for employers
“The NDP's insistence on union-favouring community benefits agreements added tens of millions of dollars to the cost of selected road, bridge, transit and hospital projects.” Read the piece

Health1 piece

Expand public coverageMore private delivery
“One thing she didn't mention was consulting the private and non-profit operators who have already developed cheaper ways to deliver care facilities.” Read the piece

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