Mark Crawford
@markcrawf.bsky.social
Associate Professor of Political Science at Athabasca University. Proud British Columbian, former Oxford grad, Parliamentary Intern, UBC and Columneetza graduate. Foci of Research: (1)Trade Policy and (2)Academic Freedom. Home Town: Williams Lake BC
Trump is ridiculous. On this matter, I even agree with Jason Kenney and 4 US Senators: “The Ontario ad does not misrepresent President Reagan’s anti-tariff radio address in any respect whatsoever. It is a direct replay of his radio address, formatted for a one minute ad,” Mr. Kenney said on X.
The Senate passed legislation Wednesday that would nullify U.S. tariffs on Canada, just as President Trump is engaged in trade talks in Asia as well as an increasingly bitter trade spat with U.S.’s northern neighbor that is one of its largest economic partners. https://to.pbs.org/47PkwMQ
WATCH LIVE: Senate expected to vote on whether to repeal Trump's global tariffs
The Senate is taking a series of votes this week to terminate the national emergencies that President Donald Trump has used to impose tariffs. The resolutions won't ultimately take effect.
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October 30, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Trump is ridiculous. On this matter, I even agree with Jason Kenney and 4 US Senators: “The Ontario ad does not misrepresent President Reagan’s anti-tariff radio address in any respect whatsoever. It is a direct replay of his radio address, formatted for a one minute ad,” Mr. Kenney said on X.
On this matter, I agree with former Premier Jason Kenney:
"“The Ontario ad does not misrepresent President Reagan’s anti-tariff radio address in any respect whatsoever. It is a direct replay of his radio address, formatted for a one minute ad,” Mr. Kenney said on X.
"“The Ontario ad does not misrepresent President Reagan’s anti-tariff radio address in any respect whatsoever. It is a direct replay of his radio address, formatted for a one minute ad,” Mr. Kenney said on X.
October 30, 2025 at 5:47 PM
On this matter, I agree with former Premier Jason Kenney:
"“The Ontario ad does not misrepresent President Reagan’s anti-tariff radio address in any respect whatsoever. It is a direct replay of his radio address, formatted for a one minute ad,” Mr. Kenney said on X.
"“The Ontario ad does not misrepresent President Reagan’s anti-tariff radio address in any respect whatsoever. It is a direct replay of his radio address, formatted for a one minute ad,” Mr. Kenney said on X.
Always a nice way to finish off the summer
Just a final reminder that our Prairie Political Science Association (PPSA) conference and Indigenous Relationality Workshop (IRW) Early-bird registration fees end today, Monday, June 16, 2025.
September 26, 2025 at 4:09 AM
Always a nice way to finish off the summer
Hang in There Rachel
Surreal to see this in CNN. What a wild week.
I feel so awful for everyone on this site.
I’ve dealt with this on a smaller scale before, which means I take a lot of safety precautions in my daily life.
But most of those listed are private citizens just thrown to the wolves.
I’m so worried.
I feel so awful for everyone on this site.
I’ve dealt with this on a smaller scale before, which means I take a lot of safety precautions in my daily life.
But most of those listed are private citizens just thrown to the wolves.
I’m so worried.
September 14, 2025 at 6:23 AM
Hang in There Rachel
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The NYT runs a piece advocating a tax on the ultrawealthy in France. Well, why not in the US then? Or, indeed, everywhere.
Opinion | The Solution to France’s Woes Is Hiding in Plain Sight
www.nytimes.com
September 9, 2025 at 7:52 AM
The NYT runs a piece advocating a tax on the ultrawealthy in France. Well, why not in the US then? Or, indeed, everywhere.
This guy is good
I am once again asking you to stop sending us money.
But we do need your time. ⏰
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But we do need your time. ⏰
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September 5, 2025 at 3:35 PM
This guy is good
A Convenient Untruth
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A Convenient Untruth
J'ACCUSE la plupart de mes collègues universitaires et des membres de l'intelligentsia de ne pas s'être suffisamment souciés de la vérité au cours des quatre dernières années.
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August 17, 2025 at 8:00 PM
A Convenient Untruth
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A Convenient Untruth
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A Convenient Untruth
J'ACCUSE la plupart de mes collègues universitaires et des membres de l'intelligentsia de ne pas s'être suffisamment souciés de la vérité au cours des quatre dernières années.
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August 17, 2025 at 4:13 AM
A Convenient Untruth
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Canada's Conservatives seem to want Mark Carney to rush into a deal — any deal — with Donald Trump. Why his strategy of "ragging the puck" might be about to pay dividends, and what will happen to his government (and our country) if it doesn't. www.nationalobserver.com/2025/08/13/o...
Canada isn’t losing the trade war — yet
Mark Carney won the April election in large part because Canadians trusted him more to deal with Donald Trump. Now, almost four months on, is their confidence being rewarded?
www.nationalobserver.com
August 15, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Canada's Conservatives seem to want Mark Carney to rush into a deal — any deal — with Donald Trump. Why his strategy of "ragging the puck" might be about to pay dividends, and what will happen to his government (and our country) if it doesn't. www.nationalobserver.com/2025/08/13/o...
Canada isn’t losing the trade war — yet www.nationalobserver.com/2025/08/13/o...
Canada isn’t losing the trade war — yet
Mark Carney won the April election in large part because Canadians trusted him more to deal with Donald Trump. Now, almost four months on, is their confidence being rewarded?
www.nationalobserver.com
August 15, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Canada isn’t losing the trade war — yet www.nationalobserver.com/2025/08/13/o...
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🌎A majority of Americans are concerned about extreme weather — and many have seen it in their own communities, from intense storms and flooding to wildfires and warmer weather.
70% say climate change is a serious problem that needs to be addressed.
70% say climate change is a serious problem that needs to be addressed.
August 1, 2025 at 3:32 PM
🌎A majority of Americans are concerned about extreme weather — and many have seen it in their own communities, from intense storms and flooding to wildfires and warmer weather.
70% say climate change is a serious problem that needs to be addressed.
70% say climate change is a serious problem that needs to be addressed.
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Trump's new story is that he fell out with Jeffrey Epstein because Trump's most valued employees preferred to go work for a notorious sex offender rather than stay with Trump.
July 29, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Trump's new story is that he fell out with Jeffrey Epstein because Trump's most valued employees preferred to go work for a notorious sex offender rather than stay with Trump.
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Roy Cooper raises $3.4 million in first 24 hours of his Senate candidacy. The former North Carolina governor set a fundraising record with his day-one campaign haul.
Roy Cooper raises $3.4 million in first 24 hours of his Senate candidacy
The former North Carolina governor set a fundraising record with his day-one haul for his Senate campaign.
www.politico.com
July 29, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Roy Cooper raises $3.4 million in first 24 hours of his Senate candidacy. The former North Carolina governor set a fundraising record with his day-one campaign haul.
Sean Feucht's Christian nationalism is a minority view in Alberta--a minority even among UCP voters. Once again, Poilievre and Smith are acting like Republicans who are responsive to their own party base than they are to the average voter.
Canada's Conservatives seem to be going all-in on defending a MAGA preacher who has brought his Christian nationalism and corny-ass music to Canada.
These politicians say it's about free speech. But that doesn't pass the sniff test.
With the help of @katerqburns.bsky.social, let's dig in:
These politicians say it's about free speech. But that doesn't pass the sniff test.
With the help of @katerqburns.bsky.social, let's dig in:
July 29, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Sean Feucht's Christian nationalism is a minority view in Alberta--a minority even among UCP voters. Once again, Poilievre and Smith are acting like Republicans who are responsive to their own party base than they are to the average voter.
I went to a WNBA game in Minneapolis last year to see Caitlin Clark; I came away raving about Napheesa Collier and Courtney Williams.
Napheesa Collier played the role of All-Star captain perfectly. First, she made all the right picks for her roster. Then she answered all the labor questions. And finally, she showed everyone how to stay focused on basketball.
Napheesa Collier caps busy weekend with All-Star Game MVP Award in win over Team Clark
Napheesa Collier played the role of All-Star captain perfectly. First, she made all the right picks for her roster. Then she answered all the labor questions. And finally, she showed everyone how to s...
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July 21, 2025 at 3:09 PM
I went to a WNBA game in Minneapolis last year to see Caitlin Clark; I came away raving about Napheesa Collier and Courtney Williams.
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At least 73 Palestinians were killed while trying to reach aid at locations across Gaza on Sunday, the territory’s Health Ministry said, in one of the deadliest days yet for aid-seekers in over 21 months of war.
Officials say 73 Palestinians killed in Gaza while seeking aid as Israel widens evacuation orders
At least 73 Palestinians were killed while trying to reach aid at locations across Gaza on Sunday, the territory's Health Ministry said, in one of the deadliest days yet for aid-seekers in over 21…
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July 20, 2025 at 4:44 PM
At least 73 Palestinians were killed while trying to reach aid at locations across Gaza on Sunday, the territory’s Health Ministry said, in one of the deadliest days yet for aid-seekers in over 21 months of war.
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In an interview with Vanity Fair last month, Mr. Steves said there are certain things any wannabe autocrat needs to do to overthrow a democracy, beginning with an attack on truth itself.
“You’ve got to be able to tell lies repeatedly with such confidence that people believe them,” Mr. Steves said.
“You’ve got to be able to tell lies repeatedly with such confidence that people believe them,” Mr. Steves said.
June 13, 2025 at 4:50 AM
In an interview with Vanity Fair last month, Mr. Steves said there are certain things any wannabe autocrat needs to do to overthrow a democracy, beginning with an attack on truth itself.
“You’ve got to be able to tell lies repeatedly with such confidence that people believe them,” Mr. Steves said.
“You’ve got to be able to tell lies repeatedly with such confidence that people believe them,” Mr. Steves said.
That Otter Do It.
June 9, 2025 at 1:34 PM
That Otter Do It.
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Here's a baby otter to start your week.
June 9, 2025 at 10:31 AM
Here's a baby otter to start your week.
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June 8, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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Silence
Is
Complicity
Straighten your spine
Speak & live your truth
Is
Complicity
Straighten your spine
Speak & live your truth
June 7, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Silence
Is
Complicity
Straighten your spine
Speak & live your truth
Is
Complicity
Straighten your spine
Speak & live your truth
For the first time, global average concentrations of carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas emitted as a byproduct of burning fossil fuels, exceeded 430 parts per million (ppm) in May. This was a record high and represented an increase of more than 3 ppm over last year. www.nbcnews.com/science/clim...
Earth's atmosphere hasn't had this much CO2 in millions of years
New data shows that CO2 levels have broken through 430 parts per million, an indication that human-caused global warming will continue to warp the environment.
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June 8, 2025 at 4:28 PM
For the first time, global average concentrations of carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas emitted as a byproduct of burning fossil fuels, exceeded 430 parts per million (ppm) in May. This was a record high and represented an increase of more than 3 ppm over last year. www.nbcnews.com/science/clim...