Tories are up in arms over the NDP-Liberal Confidence and Supply arrangement, calling any policy deal worked out behind closed doors as inherently undemocratic and illegitimate. But is this true? Are policy compromises only acceptable when MPs debate them openly on the parliament floor, or is there is a role for negotiation and realpoliticking in the modern age? What is an MP's proper role? When must they be involved in the compromise and when should a deal be imposed upon them? Jacob and Liam will bring you behind the curtain, showing you their very own backroom, but unlike Jagmeet and Justin, they'll make this discussion public. 

Going Nuclear

Three weeks after Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the Canadian media is caught up in a war frenzy. Is all the talk of military expansion helpful? Can Canada chart a different path? Should we all be running out to our nearest bunkers? Your favourite wonks discuss.

Up, Up and Charest!

Jean Charest has officially entered the race for the leadership of the Conservative Party of Canada with Patrick Brown soon to follow. Can this diabolical team be enough to upset a front-running Poilievre? Liam and Jacob dissect.