Debate impressions and Manitoba politics contrast
Observation notes that the U S presidential debate was not riveting with Clinton and Trump. The author notes Clinton’s repeated promises and questions her long political tenure. In Manitoba, the PC government reviews NDP promises, cancels wasteful initiatives, and chambers of commerce struggle locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U.S
Hillary Clinton
Donald Trump
Trump
Clinton
White House
Manitoba
NDP
Pcs
Future of chambers of commerce faces decline and doubt
The piece questions whether younger politicians would perform better and notes many youths lack time for volunteer work. It argues fewer locally owned businesses and members weaken chambers, while stressing lobbying remains important to prevent governmental complacency as communities struggle to reach potential.
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Chambers
Chambers of Commerce
Debating a $15 Minimum Wage Across North America
The piece argues that higher minimum wages risk job losses and higher prices, citing US and Canadian data. It notes large profits by firms like Walmart while small businesses pay near minimum, and warns about automation replacing low wage roles. It emphasizes the poverty link remains weak and policy should shift from broad raises to other solutions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Forbes
Apple
Exxon Mobil
Walmart
Small Business Administration
Home Depot
McDonald’s
Nonpartisan
Congressional Budget Office
Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland
Statistics Canada
United States
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