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Western Alienation Explained: Map Shows Canada’s Representation Gap

Western Alienation Explained: Map Shows Canada’s Representation Gap

When the Map Speaks: Is Canada Failing the West?

By Andy Crooks | November 12, 2025 | Canada | No Comments |
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A Bold Proposal: Taxing Wealth to Tackle Debt in British Columbia

A Bold Proposal: Taxing Wealth to Tackle Debt in British Columbia

I am not nearly as bright and clever as the many civil servants and NDP politicians in Victoria, but I can see the obvious.  The Provincial debt is massive and must be repaid. The older people of British Columbia who…

By Andy Crooks | August 6, 2025 | Canada | No Comments |
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On Land Acknowledgments

On Land Acknowledgments

At the Canada Strong and Free Conference, I delivered a land acknowledgment with theatrical reverence—and it earned a standing ovation. A critical reflection on performance, politics, and public ritual.

By Andy Crooks | July 30, 2025 | Canada, Things we should stop | 1 Comment |
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From Boardroom to Backroom: The Flawed Logic of Minister Hodgson

From Boardroom to Backroom: The Flawed Logic of Minister Hodgson

Minister Hodgson defends secret deal-making, but leaving out the public—the true stakeholders—raises serious concerns about transparency, accountability, and leadership.

By Andy Crooks | July 17, 2025 | Canada | No Comments |
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Celebrating Aggression: The Irony Behind Environmental Advocacy

Celebrating Aggression: The Irony Behind Environmental Advocacy

Unpacking the environmentalist mindset: Why does a focus on “teeth” overshadow collaboration? Explore the truth behind their celebratory rhetoric.

By Andy Crooks | July 2, 2025 | Uncategorized | No Comments |
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Glad to be Alberta bound

Glad to be Alberta bound

Returning to Alberta reveals a distinct culture filled with depth, purpose, and a strong sense of community.

By Andy Crooks | June 18, 2025 | Alberta | 3 Comments |
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Justin Trudeau saved his worst for his last

Justin Trudeau saved his worst for his last

There are many candidates for his worst moments.  Black faced dancing, stuffing socks in his pants, and Indian dress-up were not enough.  Announcing that Canada was a meaningless post-national state fell short of the mark. Lecturing senior world leaders on…

By Andy Crooks | May 21, 2025 | Canada, Governance | No Comments |
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Alarm Bells Ringing, Pierre Poilievre’s Vision

Alarm Bells Ringing, Pierre Poilievre’s Vision

Edmund Burke said a statesman is one who hears the alarm and finds the remedy for popular discontent. Pierre Poilievre has heard the alarm in Canada and has presented the remedy for popular discontents.  Axe the Tax.  Build the Homes. …

By Andy Crooks | August 28, 2024 | Canada, Governance | No Comments |
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Calgary Water Woes

Calgary Water Woes

The blame for a Calgary water main break in a pipe deep underground cannot be laid at the feet of a current mayor. 

By Andy Crooks | July 10, 2024 | Calgary | 1 Comment |
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Exposing the Divide: UNC’s New Definition of DEI

Exposing the Divide: UNC’s New Definition of DEI

Why DIE instead of DEI? UNC-Chapel Hill challenges traditional views with a new perspective on Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity.

By Andy Crooks | May 22, 2024 | Things we should stop | No Comments |
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