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B.C.'s premier could learn a lot from John Horgan's legacy. So far, he hasn't

Vaughn Palmer: One could read this week’s accolades for the deceased former premier as a veiled critique of the David Eby style of governing You can...

16.11.2024 20

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Nasty comments by some new B.C. MLAs are in the past, but David Eby warns against repeats

Vaughn Palmer: B.C. premier softens his stand on working with some Conservative MLAs, saying it depends on whether they bring hate into legislature...

15.11.2024 10

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Vaughn Palmer: John Horgan had authenticity you can't fake

One of the more poignant touches of the past week was a message from the Horgan family that closed with the salute made famous by the series: “Live...

14.11.2024 6

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John Horgan: Reluctant leader became B.C.'s most-loved premier

Vaughn Palmer: John Horgan didn't want to be NDP leader and hated Opposition work. But once in power, he become B.C.'s widely popular 'Premier Dad'...

13.11.2024 10

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In appreciation of Faye Leung, the relentless nemesis that felled a B.C. premier

Vaughn Palmer: The flamboyant top realtor brought down Premier Bill Vander Zalm and dogged him for years You can save this article by registering for...

09.11.2024 10

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Most B.C. residents say they ignored political mudslinging in choosing how to vote

Vaughn Palmer: Opinion poll finds huge swathes of voters are tied to one party regardless of specific policies You can save this article by...

08.11.2024 10

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Truly independent review of Elections B.C.'s mistakes is essential

Vaughn Palmer: An examination by a legislature committee would likely be governed by partisan motives You can save this article by registering for...

07.11.2024 20

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David Eby's 'bright-line test' may blacklist some Conservative ridings

Vaughn Palmer: Premier says NDP won't work with Tory MLAs with a record of hateful speech comments You can save this article by registering for free...

05.11.2024 10

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Another in a long line of firsts for B.C's female MLAs

Vaughn Palmer: But the reduction in testosterone is unlikely to civilize debate in a house bitterly divided after election You can save this article...

02.11.2024 10

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John Rustad looks forward following B.C. election loss

Vaughn Palmer: In 18 months, the Conservative party had come from nowhere to drive an incumbent government to the brink of defeat You can save this...

31.10.2024 10

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David Eby slides into recovery mode after B.C. electorate clips his wings

Vaughn Palmer: NDP will quietly lick their wounds for a few months before a throne speech and full legislative session next year You can save this...

30.10.2024 6

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Conservative leader John Rustad joins chorus rebutting attacks on Elections B.C.

Vaughn Palmer: Conservative MLA-elects and scrutineers among those defending elections agency from conspiracy theorists You can save this article by...

29.10.2024 10

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Sonia Furstenau's outburst at John Rustad guts her clout in negotiations with NDP

Vaughn Palmer: Just as in 2017, Furstenau has signalled the Greens will only deal with the NDP, which gives David Eby the upper hand You can save this...

28.10.2024 10

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B.C. Election: Barring recount upsets, expect an NDP government with tacit Green support

Vaughn Palmer: Despite a terrible outing by Premier David Eby, the 'H' word did not cross his lips You can save this article by registering for free...

23.10.2024 10

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B.C. Conservatives may find voter anger if they force a new election too quickly

Vaughn Palmer: Voters are tired of politics for now, and a term in opposition would prep an inexperienced Conservative crew to govern You can save...

23.10.2024 10

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Vaughn Palmer: Plenty of what-ifs on the road to an inconclusive result in B.C. election

'Missteps by all three major party leaders played a hand in a result that leaves people to wonder who will govern B.C.' You can save this article by...

20.10.2024 10

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B.C. Election Results: Plenty of what-ifs on the road to an inconclusive result

Vaughn Palmer: Missteps by all three major party leaders played a hand in a result that leaves people to wonder who will govern B.C. You can save this...

20.10.2024 20

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Why you should vote: How just 189 votes defeated the B.C. government in 2017

Vaughn Palmer: Voting always matters, but more so in this election than in any other You can save this article by registering for free here. Or...

19.10.2024 10

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B.C. Election: NDP leader David Eby leader has a strong ruthless streak

Vaughn Palmer: There are plenty of examples of David Eby's ruthlessness in staying focused on what it takes to win re-election You can save this...

18.10.2024 6

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B.C. Election: Conservatives in no rush to balance budget

Vaughn Palmer: Like the B.C. NDP, the Conservatives plan even more spending in the short term You can save this article by registering for free here....

16.10.2024 9

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B.C. Election: Relentless problems with candidates hurting John Rustad's credibility and campaign

Vaughn Palmer: The B.C. Conservative leader is having trouble getting out his own message as questions about some candidates continue You can save...

12.10.2024 6

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NDP promise a new effort to give B.C. First Nations powers over lands

Vaughn Palmer: David Eby says next time around, NDP will do better job of gaining the 'confidence' of all British Columbians You can save this article...

11.10.2024 5

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John Rustad failed to deliver in leaders' debate, now faces uphill battle

Vaughn Palmer: Despite his denials, NDP Leader David Eby seemed to relish Rustad-bashing You can save this article by registering for free here. Or...

10.10.2024 30

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John Rustad takes unusual step to 'clarify' comment on COVID 'Nuremberg 2.0'

Vaughn Palmer: The Conservative leader probably recognized that his earlier answer on COVID-19 threatened his credibility as he releases public safety...

08.10.2024 10

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B.C. Election: Halfway through the campaign, the dead heat continues

Vaughn Palmer: It's hands off the Green leader the for leaders of the NDP and Conservatives. They might need her in a minority government. You can...

05.10.2024 9

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David Eby's message to B.C.: Don't like me? Well, John Rustad would be worse

Vaughn Palmer: NDP's party platform mentions Conservative Leader John Rustad twice as often as NDP Leader David Eby. It's very deliberate You can save...

04.10.2024 30

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David Eby more keen to talk about John Rustad's record than his own

Opinion: Not surprising that in making excuses for a lack of progress, Eby resorted to disparaging Rustad and the B.C. Conservatives You can save this...

03.10.2024 10

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B.C. Green party unveils platform big on spending, taxing and phasing out natural gas

Vaughn Palmer: Greens promise $8 billion a year in new spending while hoping to hold balance of power in a minority government You can save this...

02.10.2024 10

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B.C. Election: A look back at Week 1 of the campaign

Vaughn Palmer: But leak of B.C. United's detailed opposition research on the Conservatives handed the NDP plenty of material for attack ads You can...

28.09.2024 7

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LNG expansion may not be what David Eby's B.C. NDP want to talk about

Vaughn Palmer: Four projects have provided a major boost to job creation. All four are wrapped up or winding down, raising the question of what will...

27.09.2024 7

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John Rustad ducks questions about COVID vaccine regrets

Vaughn Palmer: The B.C. Conservative leader's repeated attempt to deflect the questions doesn’t begin to explain his apparent decision to throw in...

24.09.2024 8

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Could unexpected twists lead to another B.C. minority government?

Vaughn Palmer: Two years ago, no one could have imagined the 2024 B.C. election campaign would look like this You can save this article by registering...

21.09.2024 10

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B.C. United membership renewal drive offers front-row seats to internal recriminations

Vaughn Palmer: The bitterness left for many in United by Leader Kevin Falcon's sudden shutdown of the party campaign will linger for years You can...

20.09.2024 10

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B.C. Premier David Eby finds new-found urgency on involuntary treatment, on eve of election

Vaughn Palmer: It was hard to square Eby’s new-found sense of urgency with the NDP’s leisurely approach to involuntary treatment until now. You...

17.09.2024 10

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Carbon tax flip-flop shows New Democrats fear they are losing

Vaughn Palmer: If David Eby cannot regain momentum, he risks being only the third B.C. premier to never win an electoral mandate You can save this...

14.09.2024 30

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Both B.C. Conservative and NDP attack ads aim to distort

You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. VICTORIA — The B.C. Conservatives recently put out an...

12.09.2024 10

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NDP spending spree pushes B.C. deficit even higher — with no end in sight

Vaughn Palmer: The B.C. NDP is proving they are incapable of handling taxpayers' dollars You can save this article by registering for free here. Or...

11.09.2024 7

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B.C. NDP's call for an inquest in Tori Dunn murder aims at defusing controversy

Vaughn Palmer: Comments by Premier David Eby on seeking changes to publications ban reveals an ignorance of criminal law You can save this article by...

10.09.2024 10

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Election fears trump supportive-housing for B.C. NDP

Vaughn Palmer: The housing minister denied the government was “hitting pause on our commitment to addressing homelessness in Richmond.” You can...

07.09.2024 9

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Vancouver attack: Premier David Eby promising change, but will it satisfy voters?

Port Coquitlam Mayor Brad West expressed his disappointment over the lack of action by the B.C. government after the latest deadly rampage You can...

06.09.2024 10

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Vancouver attack: Premier David Eby promising change, but will it satisfy voters

Vaughn Palmer: Port Coquitlam Mayor Brad West expressed his disappointment over the lack of action by the B.C. government after the latest deadly...

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Vaughn Palmer: B.C. Conservative leader John Rustad cleans house — sort of

Vaughn Palmer: Conservative supporters must ask themselves if there’s more potentially damaging opposition research to come You can save this...

05.09.2024 7

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B.C. premier steps in twice to limit his government's policies on drugs

Vaughn Palmer: Minister's defence of controversial 'harm-reduction' vending machines suggests they'll remain if NDP re-elected You can save this...

31.08.2024 10

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NDP targets John Rustad as 'leading a band of conspiracy theorists'

Vaughn Palmer: The NDP have been targeting the Conservative leader for months. Now Premier David Eby is doubling down on the attacks You can save this...

30.08.2024 10

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Tuesday, Kevin Falcon blasted the B.C. Conservatives. Wednesday, he joined them

Vaughn Palmer: It remains to be seen if United voters will all line up with the B.C. Conservatives You can save this article by registering for free...

29.08.2024 20

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Site C hydro: Reservoir filling begins, but troubled project could still hit problems

Vaughn Palmer: Hydro gives 'amber' status to troubled hydroelectric project You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you...

27.08.2024 7

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SkyTrain to Langley: Ottawa capped its contribution so the huge overrun is on B.C. taxpayers

Vaughn Palmer: Assuming Ottawa refuses a top up, B.C. will have to cover the added $2 billion along with its earlier pledge of $2.4 billion You can...

24.08.2024 10

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B.C. premier doubles down on defence of firefighter suspended for writing open letter

Vaughn Palmer: For all of David Eby’s grandstanding on the issue, there is little evidence the NDP encourages that kind of whistleblowing in the...

22.08.2024 10

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Late and mega costly: B.C. NDP makes a move on 2020 promise to widen Hwy. 1

Vaughn Palmer: How much will the latest NDP mega-promise cost? Hard to tell, but being over budget is almost a point of honour for NDP You can save...

20.08.2024 10

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B.C. housing minister: 'It was always clear' 20% of development was to be affordable — except it wasn't

Housing Minister explains why most of the units in a government-subsidized 'affordable' rental housing project are not really affordable. You can save...

10.08.2024 10

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