Category: 2013 Campaign

Getting out the vote

I have delivered many speeches during the last five months of campaigning. But the one I delivered last night to a packed room of 400 green-clad supporters particularly stayed with me. That’s because they are the reason I could stand there in the first place. Each and every one has given their time and talent… Read More

Edmontonians, the Environment and our Future

Preserving and protecting our environment is a core value for people in Edmonton. Has been for a long time, since people lived off the land here traditionally, prior to European settlement. For a century, we’ve been preserving our glorious river valley. First, it was for practical purposes to move development out of the flood ways.… Read More

Getting citizens to ‘Ask me Anything’

I did my first ever Reddit Ask Me Anything (AMA) last night. It was an interesting experience – I enjoy answering questions directly from citizens, and the Edmonton Reddit community didn’t disappoint. The group asked a lot of questions, some policy oriented and some were pretty funny. With a packed schedule, I could only stick… Read More

Week in Review #3

It has been another hectic and invigorating week — one that reminds me why I am passionate about public service. Interest in the mayoral race is mounting and it will only grow as we get closer to Election Day. It is clear to me that Edmontonians see this election and our campaign as a city-building… Read More