Prof. Paul Quirk discusses the diminishing power of the ‘The Squad’
Professor Paul Quirk explains that the extent of their “influence was bound to be short-lived” given that the Congressional Progressive Caucus is 10 times larger than The Squad’s membership.
Prof. Stewart Prest discusses the NDP nomination of Callista Ryan in the Vancouver-Quilchena riding
Professor Stewart Prest explains that despite not being historically strong in the riding, the NDP hope the opportunities offered by a young candidate with wider experience in politics will distract Kevin Falcon from the wider campaign to ensure he wins reelection.
Prof. Irene Bloemraad on how a Kamala Harris presidency could affect Canada’s immigration policies
Professor Irene Bloemraad explains that Ottawa could work out an agreement with the Kamala Harris administration to help some Central American migrants resettle in Canada.
Prof. Stewart Prest discusses the frustrations of young voters
Professor Stewart Prest says Canada’s youth is ready for a change in government because of grievances with the system due to rising house prices, expensive education and their standard of living.
Prof. Stewart Prest discusses the current status of the B.C. election
Professor Stewart Prest explains that while incumbent parties typically have an advantage at the polls, the BC NDP are facing frustrations among younger voters who feel overlooked by the system in the aftermath of COVID, inflation and high interest rates.
Get to know UBC Political Science Professor Terri Givens
The Department welcomed Dr. Terri Givens to UBC this summer as a Professor. In this Q&A we spoke to Dr. Givens about her research, new courses and teaching style.
Prof. Stewart Prest says the recent resignations from ABC indicate a discord
Professor Stewart Prest says the resignations of the chair of the park board and the chair of the school board in the space of a year are “a clear indication that there is a deep discord” in the ABC party.
Prof. Stewart Prest on the resignation of the Vancouver School Board chair from ABC
Professor Stewart Prest says the resignation of Trustee Victoria Jung from the ABC party indicates a “lack of organization” on the party’s part with the ability to maintain a cohesive direction crucial to the success of any majority on city council.
Prof. Stewart Prest discusses recent polls of the B.C. Election
Professor Stewart Prest says a recent poll shows a genuine two-horse race between the BC NDP and BC Conservatives. “Where the NDP seem to be coasting toward victory at the start of the year, they now have a genuine fight on their hands.”
Prof. Maxwell Cameron discusses Canada’s approach to the Venezuelan election
Professor Maxwell Cameron says Canada is taking a cautious approach to the political situation in Venezuela after the United States backed Maduro’s opponent.