If history is any indication, Kamala Harris will face an onslaught of attacks about her gender. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill Times on August 26, 2024. OTTAWA–Former U.S. president Donald Trump was unusually…
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Deaths in U.K. and Washington harbingers of what could easily happen in Canada
In my day, threats were few and far between. Today, they are becoming commonplace, and almost expected or socially acceptable. But the viral load on the shoulders of every Member of Parliament should cause us…
A solid campaign could deliver a Liberal majority
The election will likely be decided on the strength of who can best manage the post-pandemic economic and social recovery. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill Times on August 9, 2021. OTTAWA—Happy people vote…
Without McKenna in Ottawa Centre, anything is possible
An internal Liberal fight in Ottawa Centre would sap the strength of party volunteers, and definitely cut into the enthusiasm of key election workers. It would also help the NDP. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in…
McKenna’s surprise announcement sent shock waves through Liberal land
Catherine McKenna may still get to Brookfield, but Mark Carney’s political future is much cloudier. In the absence of a clear nomination, Carney may simply accept the prime minister’s offer to act as an economic…
Bratina picked the wrong hill to die on
Bob Bratina will probably go down in history as the first politician who quit because his own government put too much money into his riding, writes Sheila Copps. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill…
Liberals take the Goldilocks approach to carbon pricing
Usually, decision documents referred to cabinet include three potential options for approval. One is too hot, one is too cold, and one is just right. The middle ground tends to represent the choice of perfect…
Good Design Can Green the Planet
Great meeting with great minister @cathmckenna re world Design summit. Good Design can green the planet! pic.twitter.com/dbvg7SYSW0 — Hon. Sheila Copps (@Sheila_Copps) August 9, 2017
Trump’s backward move on climate change disadvantages U.S.
Trump is closing off his country and making the U.S. a less attractive destination for innovation and investment. By SHEILA COPPS First published on Monday, June 5, 2017 in The Hill Times. U.S. President…
Politicians need to speak with one voice on pipelines
When one part of Canada is hurting, we all hurt. Parochial provincialism did not build this country in the first place. When the times come to move energy east, we need to figure out the…
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