I've moved on.

The separation referendum will come down to emotion. Many Albertans "feel like Alberta is there for everybody else when they’re falling upon hard times. When we fall on hard times, nobody’s there for us,” Wesley said. “It’s unrequited love.”.

RT @TheHubCanada: Gary Mar and @DrJaredWesley on what it would take for an independent Alberta to join Confederation today. Full episode h….

RT @utpress: This new & updated second edition explains the core principles, roles, and skills behind effective public service, offering va….

3 sure-fire ways for federalists to lose a separation referendum in Alberta. My latest on "What not to do. " 🔗

With Alberta staring down the barrel of a vote on separation, I've revisited the research on the 1995 Quebec Referendum. Here are 5 lessons we should learn. And quickly. 🔗

RT @utpress: Navigating a career in Canada’s public service? The Public Servant’s Guide to Government in Canada offers clear insights on go….

RT @IRPP: 📣 Happening TOMORROW!. There's still time to sign up for our webinar on western alienation, Quebec sovereignty & the future of Ca….

RT @KenBoessenkool: The Firewall Letter contained ideas that Alberta could do unilaterally. @ABDanielleSmith’s Alberta Accord contains id….

This is well worth your time. David lays it out clearly and comprehensively: Bill 54 brings American style politics into our elections.

There is value in asking big questions about Alberta’s future and doing so in a way that brings people together. However, the “Alberta Accord” and “Alberta Next Panel” are likely to do the opposite. My latest. htttp://jaredwesley.ca/newsletter.

Anyone keep a copy of the 2023 UCP campaign platform? I can't seem to find it on their website.

RT @politicalham: Carney ready for Trump, but Premiers are the real challenge. Re-engineering Canada's economy looking more challenging pos….

A government under seven (7) different investigations for corruption just introduced a bill that would bring more corporate money into politics. This is not normal.

Yes, it's that bad. Read more in my newsletter.

In no uncertain terms, these reforms reflect "the strategies pioneered by Trump Republicans: leveraging dark money, undermining trust in elections, weaponizing recalls, disenfranchising opponents, suppressing voter turnout, & empowering radical populist movements.".

The UCP chose today -- the day after the federal election -- to introduce the most comprehensive set of anti-democratic reforms in Alberta history.🧵.

Poilievre & Smith "now hold a unique responsibility. They can fan the flames of grievance. Or they can channel their electoral momentum into a constructive alternative, one that binds regions together in a common purpose." My thoughts on last night.

A reminder on Election Eve:. "Accepting defeat is never easy. It demands humility, patience, and above all, faith in our fellow citizens and our institutions, faith that losing today does not mean losing forever. It also demands work from the winners.".

RT @EFCL: Political polarization is on the rise in Canada—how can we bridge the divide?.The Common Ground initiative at @UAlberta is launch….

"Rather than contributing to Poilievre’s “Canada First” vision, leaders like Smith & Manning are pursuing regional defiance that threatens not only federal Conservative prospects but also the unity of the country itself." My latest on "Western Defeatism".