Prof. Gerald Baier discusses B.C. United’s campaign struggles
Professor Gerald Baier explains that B.C. United does not fully own the B.C. NDP opposition votes in this election. The division could be a “disaster” for several parties as the centre and centre-right vote typically only succeed when unified.
Op-ed: Prof. Kathryn Harrison says carbon tax opposition rests on denial
Professor Kathryn Harrison says that federal and provincial opposition to the carbon tax uses exaggerated and incomplete arguments that fail to mention the rebate mechanism. Regulations work but the carbon tax is being unfairly compared to an idealized vision of regulation.
Prof. Sheryl Lightfoot’s new publication explores the implication of Indigneous rights globally
This ground-breaking Handbook explores the key legal, political and policy questions concerning the implementation of Indigenous rights across the world. Expert contributors analyse the complex dynamics of contestation, engagement, advocacy and refusal between governments and Indigenous Peoples, presenting a profound challenge to mainstream policy scholarship.
Prof. Kathryn Harrison discusses eligibilty thresholds for the Carbon Tax
Professor Kathryn Harrison estimates the new income thresholds for the carbon tax will be approximately $60,000 for a single person and just above $100,000 a year for a household of one or two income-earners and three dependents.
Prof. Stewart Prest discusses B.C. NDP’s push to become a ‘Big-tent’ party
Professor Stewart Prest explains that the B.C. NDP have shifted their focus to appeal to middle class voters and become a big tent party of the left and centre, but this could also alienate their traditional working class voters.
Prof. Stewart Prest says the B.C. Conservatives need more appeal to capture voters
The Conservative Party of B.C. recently dropped two candidates after misinformation accusations. Professor Stewart Prest says that the party must appeal to “middle of the road” voters to become the official opposition.
How Prof. Jenny Peterson and ORICE are empowering change through the Human Rights Collective
“The Human Rights Collective is an intellectual space for students, staff, and faculty who are interested in the study and practice of human rights to come together to discuss ideas, collaborate, and learn from each other,” says Professor Peterson.
Artemis II Astronaut Jeremy Hansen visits Prof. Michael Byers’ class
Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen discussed his training for the upcoming Artemis II mission in a webinar with the Outer Space Institute and POLI 369B. Hansen advised students to set goals for themselves and follow their academic passions.
UBC POLI alum Andrew Falle explores outer space policy research at OSI
BA ’20 alum Andrew Falle’s recent research publication, “One million (paper) satellites,” explores the implications of dramatic increases of satellites in outer space. We spoke to Andrew about his work on outer space policy and his experience at UBC.
UBC POLI Professor Maxwell Cameron elected Vice President/President-Elect at LASA
Professor Cameron is excited to begin his tenure and continue LASA’s mission to foster intellectual discussion, promote the interests of its diverse membership, and encourage civic engagement through network building and public debate.