The Loonie Hour How China is Interfering in Canadian Elections, Exposing Corruption w/ guest Sam Cooper.
Apr 26, 2024
Independent journalist Sam Cooper discusses China's interference in Canadian elections, fentanyl smuggling, and housing crisis. They also touch on market factors affecting rate cuts, weak retail sales, and stagflation concerns.
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Exposing Corruption in Vancouver
- Sam Cooper's book "Willful Blindness" reveals deep corruption linked to money laundering and foreign interference in Vancouver.
- It gained acclaim in Canada and recognition internationally, highlighting investigative reporting gaps in mainstream media.
Canada's Corruption Problem
- Canada lacks independent and effective institutions like FBI or CIA to tackle political corruption.
- China's influence in Canada is more successful than in other G7 nations due to political control of security agencies.
Investigative Reporting Pushback
- Sam uncovered Chinese organized crime and foreign interference linked to money laundering in BC casinos and real estate.
- This led to pushback from powerful local developers and criminal networks.