Breaking Down Canadian Journalist-Politician Family Connections
This list documents working journalists in Canada that have/had at least one family member as a politician/political staffer.
Media
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I Asked Writers If They’d Join The War They’re Calling For
Turns out that asking writers who want Canadians to fight against Russia in Ukraine if they’re planning to go isn’t a popular question.
In Defence Of So-Called ‘Whataboutism’
Accusations of ‘whataboutism’ serve to narrow the conversation — accusers want you to discuss global affairs on their terms.
Canada’s Deputy PM Posed With A Ukrainian Fascist Symbol
Journalists shouldn’t ignore what Chrystia Freeland did, or the many other fascist flags at that rally and others throughout Canada.
Canadian Media Is Spreading Pro-Ukraine Propaganda
The virality of the Snake Island martyr myth shows the media doesn’t care about fighting every type of propaganda.
Western Media Doesn’t Want You To Read The Word Palestine
Style guides at media organizations, broadcasters and newspapers prohibit the use of the word Palestine in most circumstances.
How Did Queer Stories Start Being Made For Straight People?
Queer characters are packaged as progressive or subversive merely for their identities, without considering how it shapes their lives.
Canadian Media Is Happy To Risk Arming Neo-Nazis In Ukraine
Editorial support for sending Canadian troops and arms to Ukraine didn’t waver when it became clear neo-Nazis would benefit.
Canadian Media Is Erasing Essential Workers
Hospitalizations have skyrocketed, but the media’s use of the phrase “essential workers” or “frontline workers” has plummeted.