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Charlie Angus Launches 'The Resistance' to Defend Democracy

12/29/2025

Summary

Story summary

Charlie Angus, former New Democratic Party MP, launches The Resistance Substack and a cross-Canada tour addressing threats from President Donald Trump’s administration.
Angus urges defending democracy and warns against complacency, saying the old world is dying.
He critiques Prime Minister Mark Carney's understanding of Canadian politics, especially Indigenous issues.
Nova Scotia MP Chris d'Entremont's switch to the Liberal caucus moves the governing party closer to a majority.

History

Historical Context

The 2015 Canadian federal election, held on October 19, marked a significant political shift as Justin Trudeau's Liberal Party won 184 seats, ending nearly a decade of Conservative governance under Stephen Harper. This election underscored Indigenous issues and saw the highest voter turnout since 1993, reflecting a growing public engagement in political discourse and the ongoing challenges of populism in Canada.

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Story summary

Charlie Angus, former New Democratic Party MP, launches The Resistance Substack and a cross-Canada tour addressing threats from President Donald Trump’s administration.
Angus urges defending democracy and warns against complacency, saying the old world is dying.
He critiques Prime Minister Mark Carney's understanding of Canadian politics, especially Indigenous issues.
Nova Scotia MP Chris d'Entremont's switch to the Liberal caucus moves the governing party closer to a majority.

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