Publication Type:Periodical

Source(s):Maclean's. Feb2019, Vol. 132 Issue 1, p8-13. 6p. 2 Color Photographs, 1 Chart, 1 Graph.

Abstract:The author discusses his perspective on the problems with the Canadian political left as of early 2019. He examines partisanship and polarization in Canada, the left's stances on issues such as gun control, reproductive rights, and multiculturalism. Th...

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Source(s):Maclean's. 8/2/93, Vol. 106 Issue 31, p20. 4p. 2 Color Photographs.

Abstract:Reports that after three years of internal party dissension on a variety of issues, Canada's federal Liberals now agree on how they want voters to see the party--and the man who leads it. Jean Chretien's determination to convince voters that he is a pr...

Publication Type:Periodical

Source(s):Maclean's. 10/12/92, Vol. 105 Issue 41, p14. 4p. 2 Color Photographs, 2 Graphs.

Abstract:Recounts the alarm affecting the currency and stock markets as investors struggle to come to terms with the referendum's political and economic implications. Use of harsh predictions and strong rhetoric to sway voters; Currency traders selling off the...

Publication Type:Periodical

Source(s):Maclean's. 9/28/92, Vol. 105 Issue 39, p22. 5p. 4 Color Photographs.

Abstract:Presents an essay by Pierre Elliott Trudeau, elder statesman and formidable political force in Canadian politics, which will be published in the upcoming `Towards a Just Society: The Trudeau Years.' Trudeau breaks his long silence and denounces the dr...

Publication Type:Periodical

Source(s):Maclean's. 8/31/92, Vol. 105 Issue 35, p14. 5p. 5 Color Photographs.

Abstract:Recounts the ten hour session last Saturday, at which 17 major characters and Prime Minister Brian Mulroney moved surprisingly close to an agreement on the constitutional debate. If it holds, and wins formal ratification, their agreement will produce c...

Publication Type:Periodical

Source(s):Maclean's. 7/13/92, Vol. 105 Issue 28, p10. 4p. 3 Color Photographs.

Abstract:Recounts last weeks celebration of Canada's 125th anniversary, and the meeting of premiers from all provinces except Quebec which produced a new proposal for Senate reform. Impatience with the drawn-out process of constitutional reform; Points of inter...

Publication Type:Periodical

Source(s):Maclean's. 1/6/92, Vol. 105 Issue 1, p20. 10p. 11 Color Photographs.

Abstract:Presents an overview of the second meeting of the 12 members of `Maclean's' forum, held at Quebec's La Chateau Montebello. Discussion of Canada's constitutional deadlock; Politicians present at the first discussion: Winnipeg Tory MP Dorothy Dobbie, Mon...

Publication Type:Periodical

Source(s):Maclean's. 7/22/91, Vol. 104 Issue 29, p14. 4p. 6 Color Photographs.

Abstract:Examines Canada's search for visionary leaders who possess integrity. Canadians' disillusionment with their current leaders; Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney's unpopularity; Quebecer's respect for their politicians; Impact of the US' 1974 Waterg...

Publication Type:Periodical

Source(s):Maclean's. 2/4/91, Vol. 104 Issue 5, p14. 4p. 4 Color Photographs.

Abstract:Analyzes the Quebec Liberal party's proposed 1992 referendum on independence. Reasons for the delayed deadline; Demands for new powers to be ceded by the federal government; Public reaction; Quebec's sovereigntist sentiment; Belanger-Campeau Commissio...

Publication Type:Periodical

Source(s):Maclean's. 12/24/90, Vol. 103 Issue 52, p20. 4p. 9 Color Photographs.

Abstract:Gives an overview of Canada's major political events of 1990. Defeat of the Meech Lake constitutional accord by native-rights activists and Manitoba MLA Elijah Harper; Kanesatake Mohawk community at Oka, Quebec; Quebec nationalism; Successes for the Re...