Melanee Thomas

• Albertans shifting support, UCP and NDP now tied amid COVID-19 pandemic: Angus Reid poll

  According to numbers released Monday, only 38 per cent of Albertans would support the UCP if an election were to be held tomorrow. That would put the UCP in a tie with the New Democratic Party, which the survey found would also receive 38 per cent of the total vote.

  Politics

  Sep 14, 2020
  
• Academics sign letter condemning Premier Kenney’s comments about University of Calgary professor

  Over 600 academics from across Canada have signed a letter to Alberta's premier, criticizing his comments about a University of Calgary professor.

  Politics

  Dec 1, 2019
  
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• Questions raised about Canada’s embrace of female leaders after Notley is turfed from office in Alberta

  The gradual disappearance of women from the ranks of Canada's premiers raises questions about society's willingness to embrace true equality, former female leaders and political pundits said Wednesday.

  Politics

  Apr 17, 2019
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• More women are running in this election than ever before – 30 per cent of candidates

  There are more women running this election than ever, though some don't think hitting 30 per cent is really worth celebrating.

  Data Desk

  Oct 2, 2015
• How a politician’s spouse can help them get elected

  Politicians often campaign alongside their spouses. And for good reason - many voters love to see a candidate's family.

  Politics

  Aug 6, 2015