Aaron Wherry
@aaronwherry.bsky.social
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Aaron Wherry
@aaronwherry.bsky.social
· Nov 18
A few thoughts on political journalism
"You need a lot of context to seriously consider anything"
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A few thoughts on political journalism.
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Deep down America's allies know that only Americans can put a stop to the madness.
The fact that they can't or won't is why the damage to our partnerships will last far beyond this President.
The fact that they can't or won't is why the damage to our partnerships will last far beyond this President.
January 6, 2026 at 3:15 PM
Deep down America's allies know that only Americans can put a stop to the madness.
The fact that they can't or won't is why the damage to our partnerships will last far beyond this President.
The fact that they can't or won't is why the damage to our partnerships will last far beyond this President.
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I saw this after I saw your post and it really seemed apropos of your broader point.
January 6, 2026 at 1:46 PM
I saw this after I saw your post and it really seemed apropos of your broader point.
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This policy is illegal in Ontario.
Today in the New York Times:
"One year after the start of congestion pricing, traffic jams are less severe, streets are safer, and commute times are improving for travelers from well beyond Manhattan."
"One year after the start of congestion pricing, traffic jams are less severe, streets are safer, and commute times are improving for travelers from well beyond Manhattan."
January 5, 2026 at 11:14 PM
This policy is illegal in Ontario.
The official readout of Carney's call with Machado.
January 5, 2026 at 3:25 AM
The official readout of Carney's call with Machado.
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I spoke with María Corina Machado today. I affirmed Canada’s support for a peaceful, Venezuelan-led transition of power — one that respects the democratic will of the Venezuelan people.
January 5, 2026 at 1:02 AM
I spoke with María Corina Machado today. I affirmed Canada’s support for a peaceful, Venezuelan-led transition of power — one that respects the democratic will of the Venezuelan people.
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Donald Trump’s threats against Greenland undermine NATO, but also risk fatally harming cooperation among the A7 Arctic states.
Our Nordic allies are clear and united that Greenland is part of K. of Denmark and its future is for Greenlanders to decide.
Canada must be as clear.
Our Nordic allies are clear and united that Greenland is part of K. of Denmark and its future is for Greenlanders to decide.
Canada must be as clear.
January 4, 2026 at 11:09 PM
Donald Trump’s threats against Greenland undermine NATO, but also risk fatally harming cooperation among the A7 Arctic states.
Our Nordic allies are clear and united that Greenland is part of K. of Denmark and its future is for Greenlanders to decide.
Canada must be as clear.
Our Nordic allies are clear and united that Greenland is part of K. of Denmark and its future is for Greenlanders to decide.
Canada must be as clear.
Children are useful for reminding us about things that are cool.
First time we went to Toronto, our small person saw the CN Tower all lit up and exclaimed, WHAT IS THAT?
When told you could go to the top, it was insisted that we do that the next day.
First time we went to Toronto, our small person saw the CN Tower all lit up and exclaimed, WHAT IS THAT?
When told you could go to the top, it was insisted that we do that the next day.
January 4, 2026 at 9:49 PM
Children are useful for reminding us about things that are cool.
First time we went to Toronto, our small person saw the CN Tower all lit up and exclaimed, WHAT IS THAT?
When told you could go to the top, it was insisted that we do that the next day.
First time we went to Toronto, our small person saw the CN Tower all lit up and exclaimed, WHAT IS THAT?
When told you could go to the top, it was insisted that we do that the next day.
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One way to describe the collapse of American democracy is to say the Presidency and Supreme Court have taken all the power.
Another way to describe the same problem is to say Congress is supposed to be the most powerful and representative branch of government, and it’s failing on both fronts.
Another way to describe the same problem is to say Congress is supposed to be the most powerful and representative branch of government, and it’s failing on both fronts.
January 4, 2026 at 5:16 PM
One way to describe the collapse of American democracy is to say the Presidency and Supreme Court have taken all the power.
Another way to describe the same problem is to say Congress is supposed to be the most powerful and representative branch of government, and it’s failing on both fronts.
Another way to describe the same problem is to say Congress is supposed to be the most powerful and representative branch of government, and it’s failing on both fronts.
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Many people still think of poverty as something that happens when people don’t work. But the reality is different: majority of people who live in poverty in Canada are working or live in families who work. @gillianpetit.bsky.social and my 2026 chart to watch www.theglobeandmail.com/business/eco...
January 4, 2026 at 5:48 PM
Many people still think of poverty as something that happens when people don’t work. But the reality is different: majority of people who live in poverty in Canada are working or live in families who work. @gillianpetit.bsky.social and my 2026 chart to watch www.theglobeandmail.com/business/eco...
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My latest with @ichotiner.bsky.social.
January 4, 2026 at 1:14 AM
My latest with @ichotiner.bsky.social.
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An immensely tired & uninformed take.
Canada currently:
- exports >4x Venezuelan crude shipments
- that supply is linked to American refineries by pipelines that travel one direction (south)
- no one is rushing into Venezuela to roll the dice *again* on whoever replaces Maduro
Canada currently:
- exports >4x Venezuelan crude shipments
- that supply is linked to American refineries by pipelines that travel one direction (south)
- no one is rushing into Venezuela to roll the dice *again* on whoever replaces Maduro
January 3, 2026 at 7:52 PM
An immensely tired & uninformed take.
Canada currently:
- exports >4x Venezuelan crude shipments
- that supply is linked to American refineries by pipelines that travel one direction (south)
- no one is rushing into Venezuela to roll the dice *again* on whoever replaces Maduro
Canada currently:
- exports >4x Venezuelan crude shipments
- that supply is linked to American refineries by pipelines that travel one direction (south)
- no one is rushing into Venezuela to roll the dice *again* on whoever replaces Maduro
New statement from PM Carney.
January 3, 2026 at 10:20 PM
New statement from PM Carney.
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The FIFA Peace Prize used to mean something
January 3, 2026 at 6:12 PM
The FIFA Peace Prize used to mean something
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Some thoughts on what Trump has done in Venezuela and what it might mean for US national security. Caveat: not a Latin America scholar so this is focused on US policy. Clearly huge consequences for Venezuela that others can address.
First, despite the buildup, I didn't think Trump would do it.
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First, despite the buildup, I didn't think Trump would do it.
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January 3, 2026 at 2:37 PM
Some thoughts on what Trump has done in Venezuela and what it might mean for US national security. Caveat: not a Latin America scholar so this is focused on US policy. Clearly huge consequences for Venezuela that others can address.
First, despite the buildup, I didn't think Trump would do it.
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First, despite the buildup, I didn't think Trump would do it.
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Canada's Goods and Services Tax (GST) turns 35 today.
The GST debate in Parliament was wild... to say the least! Here's a newspaper clipping from 1990 to give you a sense of the *incredible* scene in Canada's Senate:
The GST debate in Parliament was wild... to say the least! Here's a newspaper clipping from 1990 to give you a sense of the *incredible* scene in Canada's Senate:
January 1, 2026 at 4:16 PM
Canada's Goods and Services Tax (GST) turns 35 today.
The GST debate in Parliament was wild... to say the least! Here's a newspaper clipping from 1990 to give you a sense of the *incredible* scene in Canada's Senate:
The GST debate in Parliament was wild... to say the least! Here's a newspaper clipping from 1990 to give you a sense of the *incredible* scene in Canada's Senate:
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One of my favourite parts of this whole Narduar joins the Order of Canada business is that he was alphabetized under "S" for Serviette: www.gg.ca/en/appointme...
December 31, 2025 at 7:51 PM
One of my favourite parts of this whole Narduar joins the Order of Canada business is that he was alphabetized under "S" for Serviette: www.gg.ca/en/appointme...
My fix for NBA tanking: everything stays the same EXCEPT, the worst team in the league doesn’t get a first round pick.
December 31, 2025 at 11:19 PM
I am honoured to announce I’ve been appointed as a member to the Order of Canada. Thank you to everyone for the support! I dedicate this to my late Mom who taught me so much about history, local independent media & research. I know that she would be, like me, screaming with joy! #orderofcanada
December 31, 2025 at 2:06 PM
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As Premier of Alberta, William "Bible Bill" Aberhart attempted to limit press freedoms, jailed a reporter and cut off the heat and power to the Lt. Governor's home.
When his constituents tried to recall him, he repealed the recall legislation.
This is his story.
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When his constituents tried to recall him, he repealed the recall legislation.
This is his story.
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December 30, 2025 at 3:00 PM
As Premier of Alberta, William "Bible Bill" Aberhart attempted to limit press freedoms, jailed a reporter and cut off the heat and power to the Lt. Governor's home.
When his constituents tried to recall him, he repealed the recall legislation.
This is his story.
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When his constituents tried to recall him, he repealed the recall legislation.
This is his story.
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Interesting for Canadians. Besides the Tesla, most of the EVs that tested best were Chinese (which are not available here.)
Dozens of modern EVs were range-tested in freezing temperatures in Mongolia. Here's how they ranked.
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67 Cars Were Tested In Sub-Zero Conditions. Here's Where The Teslas Ranked
Dozens of modern EVs were range-tested in freezing temperatures in Mongolia. Here's how they ranked.
insideevs.com
December 29, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Interesting for Canadians. Besides the Tesla, most of the EVs that tested best were Chinese (which are not available here.)
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NORAD Santa tracker is Woke
December 25, 2025 at 2:28 AM
NORAD Santa tracker is Woke
It is innate to the Canadian psyche and way of life.
Like maple syrup, hockey and chopping down trees.
Like maple syrup, hockey and chopping down trees.
December 23, 2025 at 11:44 PM
It is innate to the Canadian psyche and way of life.
Like maple syrup, hockey and chopping down trees.
Like maple syrup, hockey and chopping down trees.
Never rule out treachery.
Just as a general rule and approach to life.
Just as a general rule and approach to life.
December 23, 2025 at 10:14 PM
Never rule out treachery.
Just as a general rule and approach to life.
Just as a general rule and approach to life.
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Twas the night before Christmas and all through the House of Commons... one of my favourite Hansard editor's insertions:
![[Editor's note: Whereupon a stout gentleman, dressed in red, with white firm trim, entered the chamber, exclaiming "Ho, ho, ho!"]
Some hon. Members: Hear, hear!](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:ql25ngsdix3owgntaui7khex/bafkreigefxepurwwcl4cesknuos7iyewnnkxg3vohhjhfnx6dfilm63kvy@jpeg)
December 23, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Twas the night before Christmas and all through the House of Commons... one of my favourite Hansard editor's insertions: