we have to wonder - with the combination of climate change and clear-cutting making flooding worse, is this the new normal? Do we even have any idea where the flood plain is anymore?
The politics of flood response
When there is a crisis, in this case the flood, a politician’s reputation is either enhanced, or diminished, depending on how he or she responds.
Political Observer's Panel - May 11, 2018
The Political Observer’s Panel - This week Rosella Melanson, Michael Camp and I look at the politics of disasters, in the context of the aftermath of the flooding, and at the latest development regarding Chris Collins.
Time to look at the Opposition
This week’s political observers panel focuses on Opposition Leader Blaine Higgs.
Kris Austin's challenge is also his opportunity
People’s Alliance candidate Stewart Manuel has used his Facebook page to compare Liberals to Nazis. This creates a challenge but also an opportunity for party leader Kris Austin.
Fredericton City Hall Drops the Ball on Housing First
to have a report for nearly a year, and then to come back and say the city shouldn’t do this because it is something the volunteers should do, or this needs to be studied further, or this should go to such and such a committee, is, not to put too fine a point on it, lame, and not consistent with a city that prides itself on being progressive and getting things done.
April 6 CBC Political Observer's Panel
"I wouldn't trust them as far as I could throw them"
Celebrating some exceptional journalism in New Brunswick
it is a tough time for journalism, but kudos for those on the front lines doing the best they can in a difficult situation, and oftentimes, excelling anyway
An idea for American media on the heels of the latest school shooting
We pretty much know American politicians aren't really going to do anything about gun violence in the U.S. so here's sometghing the media can do to force their hand.
CBC Political Observer's Panel - Feb. 16/18
For anyone who missed it but is interested, here's the panel from yesterday (Feb. 16). Michael Camp and I get into EI issues, Madeleine Dube's political departure, and even touch of those chic looking pot stores that the government is going to open.
Early early election speculation
This week's Political Observer's Panel consists me and STU Journalism and Communications Prof Jamie Gillies as we take an early look at how the provincial election campaign is shaping up eight months out.
CBC Shift's Political Observer's Panel - Jan. 26/18
This panel is right on the heels of Premier Gallant's State of the Province address. Michael Camp, Rosella Melanson and me offer up our thoughts. See to what extent you might agree with any one of us.
CBC Shift's Political Observer's Panel - Jan.19/18
Here's a radical idea - what if the Gallant government were on the side of taxpayers rather than corporations when it comes to making information public?
Is wanting an ethical leader too much to ask?
Trudeau was supposed to be a breath of fresh air after Harper, but he is proving to have the same kind of ethical shortcomings
I've been scammed - a cautionary tale for others
Always thought I was smarter than the average bear, but now I have joined the ranks of those who have fallen for a computer scam.
From daycare subsidies to Irving's influence - This week's political observer's panel
From daycare subsidies and the Medavie contract, to Irving's influence with government. this week's political observer's panel looks at the top stories of the past week.
A Good Step Forward for Greener Village, but We're Not There Yet
the naming of a community-based board is a very good thing. It’s the start of returning Greener Village’s reputation to what it was before the church intervened. But what’s needed now are answers to these basic questions, so those directly involved in the facility as well as the greater Fredericton community can be assured the church won’t intervene again the next time something doesn’t strike their fancy.
7th Day Adventist Church has to go further with Greener Village to correct wrongs
the only viable solution is for the SDA church to step back, and have a community-controlled board in charge of Greener Village. Not a board with token community representation, but a board comprised of solid, talented and committed community members.