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Oct 24, 2025
Join political insiders Erica Baroudis and Cheryl Oates as they dissect the chaos surrounding Edmonton's elections, from missing ballot boxes to calls for third-party audits. They also delve into the teachers' strike, exploring its impact on students and negotiating leverage. Former Alberta Deputy Premier Thomas Lukaszuk shares insights on the Forever Canadian petition campaign and the public's response to education funding issues. Plus, the trio discusses Donald Trump's reaction to trade tensions sparked by Ontario's latest ad campaign.
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Election Chaos Demands Independent Audit
- Edmonton's municipal election hand-count rollout produced missing boxes and dramatic recount swings that undermined public confidence.
- Hosts and guests argue a third-party audit is warranted to restore trust and examine procedures.
Unusual Petition Drives Fuel Movement
- Thomas Lukaszuk described collecting signatures at farmers markets, weddings, funerals and even from a 104-year-old woman.
- He said volunteers used creative tactics like kayaking to gather petitions across Alberta.
Tabulator Removal Increased Error Risk
- Removing electronic tabulators increased room for human error and operational chaos in Edmonton's counts.
- Several guests said some municipalities handled hand counts fine, so changes and local management mattered.