A Bitchy-ish Newsletter
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The last 35 days have been a slog and maybe you haven’t entirely caught up on all the content we’ve put out over that period. Lucky for you, we’ve put together this comprehensive list of everything we’ve recorded or written during that time.
But first thing first, we JUST published our last pre-election episode with our pal, and Canada’s political boyfriend, David Moscrop: Thank God it’s Over with David Moscrop.
The Podcasts
David “Pumpkin Spice” Moscrop joined us for our weekly campaign coverage over the last 35 days.
Are You There Greens? It’s me, Margaret.
We also wanted to talk to BIPOC women candidates to learn more about their experiences on the campaign trail and their ridings, focusing on ridings outside of Ontario.
Jenny Kwan - NDP, Vancouver East
Jenna Chisholm - NDP, Sackville-Preston-Chezzetcook
Annamie Paul - Green Party Leader, Toronto Centre
Adeana Young - Green Party, Skeena-Bulkley Valley
Finally, 2SLGBTQ+ issues were sidelined all election, so we spoke to the Executive Director of the Canadian Centre for Gender and Sexual Diversity, Debbie Owusu-Akyeeah.
The Writing
The Hill Times
Liberal sick days promise still a day late and a dollar short
White male rage always gets a pass
Never overestimate a politician’s ability to read the room
Press Progress
Why Justin Trudeau’s Strategy on Affordable Housing Isn’t Working
Refinery29
Canada Loves To Claim “Diversity Is Our Strength.” Its Treatment Of Black Voters Proves Otherwise
Anti-Hate
Whitewashing: Canadian Media Propping Up The PPC Is A Threat To Our Democracy
Chatelaine
What The Federal Parties Are Promising On Child Care
Election Night
#BREAKING
Join Erin and Erica on Election Night for a Twitter Space as the results start rolling in. We’ll be joined by our friends David Moscrop (the token white guy), William Johnson, Debbie Owusu-Akyeeah, and Vicky Mochama. Grab a drink (or 12) and join us for our Big Chaotic Energy. Come with questions and opinions. Things kick-off at 8:45pm ET.
One Last Thing
Just a reminder that these free dispatches will be weekly-ish and a paid subscription will get you more. More engagement, more podcasts, more content.
Our post-election podcast will be out later this week and will be for subscribers-only.