Laura D'Angelo

Laura D'Angelo, a seasoned Liberal strategist, Melanie Paradis, former communications director for the Conservatives, and Cheryl Oates, ex-communications chief for Alberta's Rachel Notley, dive into the chaotic final days of a political campaign. They discuss the rush of creating impactful ads, balancing data with messaging, and the essential strategies for maximizing voter turnout. Personal stories reveal the tensions of election day logistics and the emotional stakes involved, underscoring the necessity of preparation for any outcome.

This week, political heavyweights Laura D'Angelo, a former advisor to Justin Trudeau, Zain Velji, an Alberta NDP strategist, and Rachael Segal, a Conservative communications expert, dissect the implications of Mark Carney’s pipeline deal. They explore political and legal hurdles blocking the project, the celebratory response in Alberta, and the resignation of Stephen Guilbeault, which raises questions about Liberal climate credibility. The panel also examines the potential fallout in Quebec and preps for the upcoming political theater.

Laura D'Angelo, a political advisor who worked with Justin Trudeau, Rachael Segal, a former director in Stephen Harper's government, and Zain Velji, an Alberta NDP strategist, discuss the recent tight budget vote in Canada. They debate the Liberals' approach and the potential for future parliamentary conflicts. Insightful analysis on Elizabeth May's negotiation tactics reveals the complexity of PMO deals. The panel also explores implications of a new Alberta-federal MOU for a coastal pipeline and the political risks facing Mark Carney's government.