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David Slater is a political journalist and commentator who focuses on Alberta politics, social justice issues, and international affairs.
His reporting for The Tyee has provided in-depth coverage of Alberta's provincial elections, including fact-checking political debates, analyzing party platforms, and examining climate policy positions.
As a contributor to The Griff, MacEwan University's student publication, David provides critical analysis on pressing social issues, including the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, harm reduction and addiction services, 2SLGBTQIA+ rights, and anti-fascism. His opinion pieces demonstrate a commitment to amplifying marginalized voices and challenging systemic injustices.
David's work combines thorough research with a distinct perspective that addresses complex political and humanitarian issues, particularly focusing on how these dynamics affect local communities.
While MacEwan University enthusiastically supports Ukraine, it remains silent on Israel-Palestine, leaving some students, faculty, and staff frustrated. For six and a half weeks, Israel has wrought destruction onto Gaza in its response to the Oct 7 Hamas cross-border attack. The Israeli Defence Force (IDF), claiming it only attacks military targets, has destroyed schools, mosques, [...]
Originally published on January 1, 2025. All data in this article may have been updated since the time of writing. "If I was ever at a risk of harming myself. That was it." Brandon Shaw thought he knew what to expect. He had detoxed from heroin and methadone a number of times, but this detox was different.
The aftermath of the horrific Hamas attack on Israeli Kibbutz has unleashed a bloodthirsty and brutal Zionist retribution upon the Palestinians. The real tragedy, however, is that this violence was, and still is, avoidable. Any solution that does not call for the siege of Gaza to end, the end of the occupation, and full, unconditional [...]
It has been one of the worst starts to Alberta's wildfire season in decades with thousands of people displaced, sometimes with only hours notice, and homes, businesses and hundreds of thousands of hectares burned. Announcements, Events & more from Tyee and select partners The Tyee launches a new free newsletter with fresh reporting and curated must reads.
After much hype and hope, Alberta's provincial election was anticlimactic. Danielle Smith's scandal-ridden United Conservative Party cruised to a decisive majority victory over an invigorated New Democrat Party that fell short in the key urban ridings it needed for its narrow path to victory.
No matter which pollster, or pundit, you believe, it is expected Alberta's election next week will be the closest in the province's history. Announcements, Events & more from Tyee and select partners The Tyee launches a new free newsletter with fresh reporting and curated must reads. Just in time for the big vote.
Four days before Alberta's provincial election and an aggregate of polls is so far showing the United Conservative Party will win a tight race. Announcements, Events & more from Tyee and select partners Which issues do you think we should be exploring more deeply here on The Tyee?
