Social democracy versus “populism”
What we urgently need is a recreation of the effective politics of post-War social democracy. But we can’t just return to the past.
Rights and Democracy
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Canada-China trade agreement no deal for Canadian workers
Given the huge imbalance, this would likely require more managed trade plus more proactive Canadian industrial policies. As a planned economy, China might be open to sectoral managed trade arrangements.
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Ed Broadbent: It’s time to change the game
It’s not right for us to think that we Canadians are immune to a radical right wing fanning intolerance and hate. We cannot be complacent. We need to change the game.
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Internal documents challenge government’s funding claims for Indigenous children
The government’s refusal to meet the terms of the Human Rights Tribunal ruling reminds us that Canada’s economy systematically devalues Indigenous life.
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Whiteness trouble: the Left’s challenge after Trump
Will white progressives struggle for anti-racism alongside people of colour, and make it a central strategy and analytical tool in organizing change?
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Ed Broadbent: Reflections on a life in politics, Donald Trump
“If a blind faith in unfettered markets continues to prevail, I believe the social foundation for our democracies will continue to be shaken.”
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Government action to curb solitary confinement long overdue
Only a legislated framework will ensure that everyone’s Charter rights are respected once the light cast by the Adam Capay case on this abusive practice dims.
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On Indigenous law and the public imagination
In September 2016, the Broadbent Institute hosted Progress Summit BC to chart a progressive path forward for the province in this critical election year. The first keynote was delivered by Law Foundation Professor of Aboriginal Justice and Governance at the University of Victoria, Val Napoleon.
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Wab Kinew: Engaging the Electorate
In September 2016, the Broadbent Institute hosted Progress Summit BC to chart a progressive path forward for the province in this critical election year. The Summit wrapped up with an inspiring keynote from Wab Kinew, Manitoba MLA (Fort Rouge), on the power of engaging citizens in democracy.
