For truth in advertising
Politicians often lie when they speak. It is far rarer for a blatant lie to be fully displayed on a banner before the politician even…
Articles by Comment Editor
Hydro, capitalism and tragedy
Capitalism and Canada’s historic treatment of Indigenous peoples help explain the atrocities committed against them by Manitoba Hydro
Afraid to say I am a fan
Toxic fandom is having real-life implications and fans need to fix it
Overhauls required in response to sexual assault
Privacy rights are founded in liberal dicta, but operate to privilege the purveyors of sexual assault. Institutional change must be used as harsh corrective to achieve justice.
Big media serves self interest over public duty
Postmedia Network’s handling of recent labour dispute highlights the fundamental problem with media concentration.
An editor, walking into the sunset
Former sports editor Ryan Stelter reflects on his time with the Manitoban and underscores its value.
Refrain from smashing worker privacy law because of Kirby
Do not let Steve Kirby’s alleged crimes be a Trojan horse that kneecaps worker rights and privacy. In February of 2017, six female U of…
Convenience marketed at expense of independent contractors and customer experience
As technology strengthens its hold on our realities, employers’ adherence to the tradition of hiring legally-defined “employees” is outflanked by the opportunity for enhanced profits…
Doug Ford, beer and working-class politics
Premier Doug Ford’s spectacular victory in Ontario’s provincial election has ushered in a new era of Progressive Conservative politics. While Ford’s win is in part…
Inaction on Churchill rail a dereliction of responsibility
For more than a year Churchill has been cut off from the rest of the country. The only land link between Churchill and the rest…