Politics

How the popular movements that shaped our province were perverted into populism.

Kevin Taft wants to turf the Tories. Does he have what it takes?

It’s time for government to get real about greenhouse gas emissions.

Why are we so far from gender parity in our legislature?

Ralph Klein was a master of media relations. It’s a hard act to follow.

Sarah Chayes went to Afghanistan as a reporter, but stayed to rebuild a nation she sees as pivotal to our future.

Stephen Harper says we’re in Afghanistan to defend ourselves and help the people. Does his rationale hold up?

Aritha van Herk depicts Alberta after five years of liberal rule.

The land claims of the Lubicon Cree are still not settled. As oil sands activity heats up, a deal seems even more remote.

Peter Lougheed kept a low profile for years. Now he’s speaking out. But are the Tories listening?