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Analysis
Why 'conservative' Calgary keeps electing progressive mayors
On some issues, Calgarians have distinctively conservative tendencies. And there’s a deep connection between Calgary and the federal Conservative Party. But in municipal politics, Calgarians tend to hold clearly progressive policy attitudes.
Analysis
Why the more Calgarian people feel, the more likely they are to vote
“It may seem a bit of a no-brainer – if you identify more strongly with Calgary, you’ll be more interested in its politics – but it also has consequences for voting.” Calgary political scientist Jack Lucas on the upcoming election.
Analysis
Why the equalization referendum isn't likely to sway Calgary's municipal election
Could the presence of a referendum affect the municipal election? Calgary political scientist Jack Lucas looks at the upcoming election.
Analysis
How partisanship gets involved in municipal elections, whether we like it or not
"Partisanship is like magnetism: the same force both attracts and repels," says U of C political scientist Jack Lucas, looking at issues relating to municipal elections.