Drew Brown
Politics Columnist
Drew Brown is the editor of the Newfoundland and Labrador Independent. He writes about national and provincial politics and culture in Canada, and his bylines include VICE, The Guardian, CBC, and The Deep. He lives in St. John's, Newfoundland.
Sorry, But Here’s a Story About Justin Trudeau Saying ‘Sorry’ A Lot
His critics say his formal apologies cheapen the practice. We disagree.
A Harassment Scandal Is Sinking Newfoundland Premier Dwight Ball’s Government
The only thing that makes sense about Dwight Ball’s response to the alleged harassment in his caucus is his utter and complete incompetence.
Toxic Masculinity Is At the Heart of This Darkness
The two biggest massacres in the last 40 years of Canadian history have been explicitly linked to misogyny.
No Matter What Happens With Pipelines, Justin Trudeau Is Screwed
Closing the political gap on the Kinder Morgan pipeline may be a bridge too far for our increasingly troubled prime minister.
Brain Genius Douglas Ford Is Cutting Out the Lamestream Media
Facing a breathtakingly unpopular opponent, Ford’s Trump-esque media trolling just might work.
Justin Trudeau's Crime Bill is Just the Latest Liberal 'Social Justice' Mishap
The road to hell is paved with JT's half-assed progressive intentions.
Trudeau’s Half-Assed 'Progressive' Brand Is Getting in the Way of Democracy
The Liberals are counting on you not caring about Parliament.
Government of Canada Accidentally Wades into Another Ethnonationalist Minefield
Someone please issue a memo to all the comms departments informing them to not tweet the word “Newfie.”
Justin Trudeau’s 2018 Federal Budget Was Aggressively OK
It’s unlikely to change your mind going into next year’s election.
I Don’t Know Much, But I Do Know Patrick Brown Is a Trainwreck
I just want to openly marvel at how fucked up all this appears from a distance.
Justin Trudeau’s Celebrity Schtick Has Finally Blown Up in His Face
His Indian misadventure was an epic misfire.
Everything You Need to Know About Newfoundland’s Legal Weed Plans
Doesn’t look like there will be too much room for the little b’ys.