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.
Prof. Stewart Prest on veteran Richmond BC United MLA defecting to BC Conservatives
Professor Stewart Prest explains this defection highlights how effective the BC Conservatives have been in distinguishing themselves as a “big-tent, right-of-centre option for politicians in the province.”
Prof. Paul Quirk on the Republican response to VP Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign
Professor Paul Quirk explains that the closed-door GOP meeting was called in response to statements about Vice President Kamala Harris by Republican house members that were becoming too personal.
Prof. Terri Givens on whether the USA ready for a Black woman president
Professor Terri Givens says the rising excitement surrounding Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign should increase turnout and help her win the election with the purple states, suburban women and youth votes.
Prof. Stewart Prest & Prof. Irene Bloemraad on what a second Trump term would mean for Canada’s economy
Professors Stewart Prest and Irene Bloemraad discuss the implications of a second Trump presidency on Canada’s economy and immigration.
Prof. Gerald says the Sea-to-Sky riding is one to watch
Professor Gerald Baier says the Sea-toSky riding is one to watch after the BC Conservatives nominated Yuri Fulmer. There may be vote splitting between both the NDP and Greens, and the BC Conservatives and BC United, if the party nominates a candidate to replace incumbent MLA Sturdy.