The New America

Canada's transportation systems are a mess... costly, congested, carbon unfriendly... and too often reliant on American leadership.  This can change. The door is open for Canada to work with British and European regulators to create a new industry that will make the entire transportation system greener, cheaper, and less crowded. .

Recent developments in the exploration for natural hydrogen may offer Canada an alternative to fossil fuels, a transition that allows the oil and gas industry to thrive in a green future.  Standing in the way.... politics.

Original air date March 2023.For a multitude of reasons, all Canadians should support a Grand Bargain with Canada's Indigenous and Metis.  In the bargain, the original Canadians would be offered self-government within a new Canadian province.  They would own all Crown Land, federal and provincial, and all the resources. In return, they would have the burden of responsibility.  

In the previous episode I tried to anticipate trends leading to the United States 2028 elections.  My hope for American democracy is that the progressive forces will then take control of government. That, however, is just the beginning.  It will be time for them to renovate their constitution. 

The Second American Civil War looks at how the coming three years may unfold in the United States, and why  democracy will likely survive.  All this, with a Canadian twist. 

Previous episodes explored how Canada's obsolete Constitution makes it hard to run an efficient and effective government, especially in the face of American aggression. The Unmarked Path ties these issues together, and argues that constitutional renovation may be the best tool to unite Canadians in a new Confederation. 

In his famous Davos speech in January, Mark Carney recognized the rupture in the global order, and the challenges it presents. He argued that middle power democracies like Canada must band together. This concept aligns perfectly with the concept of nation-building projects that create jobs and revenue.  After all, our allies will need natural resources. But the path to success will not be straightforward….

Youth unemployment in Canada is at record highs. There is a lot for younger generations to worry about, and not just the big stuff like democracy or climate. What job will AI not replace? Who dares start a family? Can you ever afford a house?  Episode 4: The Brain Race, will explore some ideas on education, the future of work, and policies that might just help.

Health care in Canada is a mess. It is also one of the largest sectors of the economy. In this episode, I will make the case that our antiquated constitution is a major reason why we don’t get the quality we pay for. There is a solution.

The world has endured a miserable year of Trump. Canada has a new Prime Minister, and a new budget.  Canadians need Mr. Carney to succeed. He is our war leader.  But a number of obstacles are likely to screw up his plans.