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William Watson

Publishing · On our record since 2008

Where this writer stands

Trade2 pieces

Diversify away from one partnerDeeper continental integration
“my bet is the next president won't be a Trump on trade. Which means better deals lie ahead.” Read the piece

Fiscal policy1 piece

Higher taxes and public spendingLower taxes and tighter spending
“If they don't materialize, the budget basically doubles the five-year deficit total from what it was going to be.” Read the piece

Climate1 piece

Faster fossil phase-downSlower phase-down, production first
“Regarding the proposed cap on oil and gas emissions, there's potentially conciliatory language — it's on p. 108, Albertans — about how the cap (which was always an idiotic idea) may not actually be necessary” Read the piece

Energy1 piece

Restrict new oil and gasExpand production and export
“You might think oil and gas exports to Asia and elsewhere would help reduce our reliance on the U.S. But no, Ottawa knows best: We can't export more unless we have strict emissions policies” Read the piece

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