Need to knowThe Maclean’s Quiz: Election edition!With Maclean’s National Leaders Debate on the way, see how much you know about Canadian political history
OttawaSenate reform? There’s just the teensy problem of the Constitution.Both Stephen Harper and Thomas Mulcair have plans to reform the Senate that may prove unconstitutional. Now what?
OttawaInside the most insider campaign function: Election debate prepScott Reid takes you behind the scenes and reveal the five essential components of how party leaders prepare for election debates
OttawaThe Maclean’s debate is on Aug. 6. Here’s why it matters.Maclean’s is not interested in letting the party leaders set the terms of the election. And with our debate, we’ll have some questions for them.
PoliticsWhat kind of force for global peace does the NDP want Canada to be?The NDP sees itself as a party built on international justice and human rights. So on the war against Islamic State, why isn’t it standing up for its values?
OttawaImportant moments in Canadian election debate historyWith Maclean’s debate coming Aug. 6, here’s a look at how a misplaced prop or a perfect one-liner in a debate can affect fortunes—for better or worse
Economic analysisThe top economic indicators to watch before October’s electionIt’s the economy, stupid. Here’s Mike Moffatt’s four key metrics you should keep an eye on as we countdown to an election
PoliticsNever mind the budget, here’s a happy family with a tax creditThere will be no hearings of the finance committee on the state of the federal budget
OttawaThe centre-left’s divine right: The arrogance of Justin Trudeau’s LiberalsPeter C. Newman on how the Liberals’ current leadership is just the latest to believe it is owed power