Oct 28, 2014
Corroded media conglomerates should not dictate democratic policies
Elisha Allensen
So, unions aren't allowed to endorse candidates in elections, but media outlets are? That doesn't seem fair.
Toronto municipal election
Oct 11, 2014
John Tory and the dangerous logic of strategic voting
Michael Laxer
Perhaps it is time to once and for all abandon the right wing farce of "realism" and start to actually advocate openly and avowedly for the principles we allegedly believe in.
Sep 2, 2014
Rob Ford could win again
Geoffrey Stevens
After a disasterous four years, somehow Rob Ford is still climbing in the polls, due to forgiveness and sheer name recognition.
Jul 8, 2014
Toronto's transit woes: Are 'fare equity' policies a real alternative to universal fare reduction strategies?
Michael Laxer
The problem with rising TTC fares is not simply or only that some are being left behind by their increase, it is that they keep rising. TTC fares are not affordable because they are too high.
Nov 11, 2010
Toronto Labour Council analyses municipal election results
John Bonnar Audio Blog
In a one-on-one interview, Labour Council President John Cartwright discusses the factors that led to Rob Ford's victory and the challenges facing labour over the next four years.
Oct 29, 2010
Rob Ford and the politics of anger
Eric Mang
The phrase most often used to describe the ascension of Ford is "voter anger." This rage against the machine may have blinded many Ford supporters as to the character and measure of this man.
Oct 21, 2010
Why I'm voting for George Smitherman
I'm voting for George Smitherman on Monday, and I hope you do, too. Especially you, my beloved left-wing friends, and of course those of you who may be wondering if you will even bother to vote.
Oct 21, 2010
VoteTO: The real-time election that never was
Devinder Lamsar
Toronto's municipal campaign has been a disappointment from a social networking point of view, with candidates not making the most of the opportunity, unlike Calgary's incoming mayor, Naheed Nenshi.
Oct 21, 2010
Municipal Elections 2010: The Colour of Poverty in Toronto and Ontario
May Lui
Being mayor of Toronto is a job that needs someone who can address all citizens, not just those who are rich or reflect dinosaurian values from yester-century. Only Joe Pantalone understands this.
Oct 19, 2010
Five ways to get involved in Toronto's election
Jessica Bell
With one week to go before the municipal vote comes to Toronto and elsewhere in Ontario, it is time to become engaged with the process. This advice works elsewhere in Canada, too!
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