The wave of protests across Canada against vaccine mandates are signs of growing tensions that the federal government doesn’t represent the views of many people. It’s time for election reform.
Print of the Peterloo Massacre published by Richard Carlile in 1819.
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As well as an attack on the working classes, Peterloo was also an episode of violence against women.
Regaining public trust in government starts with steps like capping political donations and establishing a federal anti-corruption body.
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With public trust in government at an all-time low, it’s time we prioritised political reform and put in place a comprehensive roadmap for effective, long-term change.
Labor MP Emma Husar has taken personal leave while the party investigates claims against her.
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With public trust in politicians low, it’s time to look at making tighter, clearer regulations about MP behaviour, including the role of their staffers.