Emmett Macfarlane 🇨🇦
@emmettmacfarlane.com
Professor of political science. Author. Dad.
Constitutional law, rights, governing institutions, and Canadian politics.
Books: Legislating under the Charter; Constitutional Pariah; Governing from the Bench
Constitutional law, rights, governing institutions, and Canadian politics.
Books: Legislating under the Charter; Constitutional Pariah; Governing from the Bench
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A new book on the study of law and politics...
I was delighted to see my latest book, a collection of papers co-edited with my friend Kate Puddister, has been published by the University of Toronto Press.
emmettmacfarlane.substack.com
NEW POST: My new book is out! Here's what it's about. emmettmacfarlane.substack.com/p/a-new-book...
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This was such a great answer from Abdul El-Sayed about his previous criticisms of President Obama.
October 13, 2026 at 9:11 PM
This was such a great answer from Abdul El-Sayed about his previous criticisms of President Obama.
What in the world could possibly justify this pricing...
October 14, 2026 at 6:32 PM
What in the world could possibly justify this pricing...
The media - again, still - not leading with the blatant illegality, the clearly politically-motivated weaponization of the DOJ and law enforcement, by the White House against its political opponents, helps explain why the US is not a democracy anymore.
BREAKING: Justice Department issues subpoenas in investigation into progressive Rep. Ilhan Omar’s immigration status, including to members of her family.
DOJ issues subpoenas in probe of Rep. Ilhan Omar’s immigration status, including to family members
The subpoenas were sent just days before federal agents searched the progressive ‘squad’ member’s home.
nbcnews.to
October 14, 2026 at 6:20 PM
The media - again, still - not leading with the blatant illegality, the clearly politically-motivated weaponization of the DOJ and law enforcement, by the White House against its political opponents, helps explain why the US is not a democracy anymore.
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Increasingly likely that if Texas does not go blue, it is because of stuff like this.
This is the fundamental problem of American democracy at this moment--one party does not think that losing is normal and should be accepted.
Democracy requires all parties accept electoral defeats.
This is the fundamental problem of American democracy at this moment--one party does not think that losing is normal and should be accepted.
Democracy requires all parties accept electoral defeats.
Voting rights groups are suing Texas after the state failed to process more than 500,000 voter registration applications submitted through the Texas Department of Public Safety’s web portal.
Texas sued for failing to process 500,000+ voter registrations
Voting rights groups are asking a judge to enforce a 2021 settlement aimed at providing reliable online registration through DPS.
www.texastribune.org
October 14, 2026 at 1:54 PM
Increasingly likely that if Texas does not go blue, it is because of stuff like this.
This is the fundamental problem of American democracy at this moment--one party does not think that losing is normal and should be accepted.
Democracy requires all parties accept electoral defeats.
This is the fundamental problem of American democracy at this moment--one party does not think that losing is normal and should be accepted.
Democracy requires all parties accept electoral defeats.
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Ukrainian presidential advisor Serhiy Beskrestnov confirms Elon Musk's Space X crippled Ukrainian capabilities last night.
In other words, the US deliberately sabotaged European defence operations mid-mission.
Every country in the world should move away from buying American hardware ASAP.
In other words, the US deliberately sabotaged European defence operations mid-mission.
Every country in the world should move away from buying American hardware ASAP.
October 14, 2026 at 7:04 AM
Ukrainian presidential advisor Serhiy Beskrestnov confirms Elon Musk's Space X crippled Ukrainian capabilities last night.
In other words, the US deliberately sabotaged European defence operations mid-mission.
Every country in the world should move away from buying American hardware ASAP.
In other words, the US deliberately sabotaged European defence operations mid-mission.
Every country in the world should move away from buying American hardware ASAP.
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A great podcast series on Alberta's referendum questions - this episode features me, talking about the proposal on Senate abolition...
We're excited to announce the launch of a new podcast episode on the constitutional issues behind ballot questions 6 and 7 in Alberta's upcoming referendum. Listen here: sites.libsyn.com/630788/episo...
The episode was produced by 2026 CCS summer students Alexis, Claire, and Kiera.
The episode was produced by 2026 CCS summer students Alexis, Claire, and Kiera.
October 13, 2026 at 9:51 PM
A great podcast series on Alberta's referendum questions - this episode features me, talking about the proposal on Senate abolition...
I wonder how Clarkson thought she would benefit by starting a public fight because a store's employees didn't fawn over her the way she expected.
‘Kelly Clarkson Has Put Us in Danger’: Art of Play Owner Says Viral Dispute Has Led to Threats Against NYC Store
‘Kelly Clarkson Has Put Us in Danger’: Art of Play Owner Says Viral Dispute Has Led to Threats Against NYC Store
Art of Play's co-owner alleges the Brooklyn shop has faced threats and harassment following its public dispute with Kelly Clarkson.
bit.ly
October 13, 2026 at 11:02 PM
I wonder how Clarkson thought she would benefit by starting a public fight because a store's employees didn't fawn over her the way she expected.
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The government's announced approach to MAiD for mental illness and advance requests makes a dog's breakfast of both issues - it's what happens when you ignore reliable evidence and valid arguments and chase an elusive (and indefensible) political strategy.
Why is Ottawa so hellbent on limiting access to MAID?Creating unreasonable barriers to medical assistance in dying for people with mental illness is discriminatory. Leaving policies on advance requests to provinces is a cop-out, by @picardonhealth.bsky.social
www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti...
www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti...
Opinion: Why is Ottawa so hellbent on limiting access to MAID?
Creating barriers to medical assistance in dying for people with mental illness is discrimination
www.theglobeandmail.com
October 13, 2026 at 6:43 PM
The government's announced approach to MAiD for mental illness and advance requests makes a dog's breakfast of both issues - it's what happens when you ignore reliable evidence and valid arguments and chase an elusive (and indefensible) political strategy.
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Another stupid, non-science based decision being made by politicians not qualified to make these decisions ...
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Parts of northwestern Ontario moving to permanent daylight savings time in November | CBC
The Province of Ontario has announced parts of northwestern Ontario will move to permanent daylight savings time on Nov. 1.
www.cbc.ca
October 13, 2026 at 6:38 PM
Another stupid, non-science based decision being made by politicians not qualified to make these decisions ...
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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October 12, 2026 at 8:11 PM
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🔴T-🛤️Assist Prof International Relations
⏰ Nov 1 2026
👉 conta.cc/4zlFvBQ
#polisci
@csnrec.bsky.social
#cdnpoli
#PoliSciTwitter
@jonathanmalloy.bsky.social
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#CPSA_ACSPJobs
🔴T-🛤️Assist Prof International Relations
⏰ Nov 1 2026
👉 conta.cc/4zlFvBQ
#polisci
@csnrec.bsky.social
#cdnpoli
#PoliSciTwitter
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A great podcast series on Alberta's referendum questions - this episode features me, talking about the proposal on Senate abolition...
We're excited to announce the launch of a new podcast episode on the constitutional issues behind ballot questions 6 and 7 in Alberta's upcoming referendum. Listen here: sites.libsyn.com/630788/episo...
The episode was produced by 2026 CCS summer students Alexis, Claire, and Kiera.
The episode was produced by 2026 CCS summer students Alexis, Claire, and Kiera.
October 13, 2026 at 9:51 PM
A great podcast series on Alberta's referendum questions - this episode features me, talking about the proposal on Senate abolition...
A reminder that Blacklock's is a bullshit 'news' organization.
Update: Apparently, criticizing someone now requires a family tree and a conspiracy theory. Public criticism matters. So do facts and context.
www.michaelspratt.com/opinion/my-m...
www.michaelspratt.com/opinion/my-m...
My mother-in-law is the Governor General - Michael Spratt
After I criticized Ezra Levant, Blacklock’s and Rebel News made my mother-in-law, Governor General Louise Arbour, the story. Here’s what happened.
www.michaelspratt.com
October 13, 2026 at 6:10 PM
A reminder that Blacklock's is a bullshit 'news' organization.
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Picard is right. “Creating additional barriers to MAID for people with mental illness is discrimination, pure and simple.”
www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti...
www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti...
Opinion: Why is Ottawa so hellbent on limiting access to MAID?
Creating barriers to medical assistance in dying for people with mental illness is discrimination
www.theglobeandmail.com
October 13, 2026 at 5:47 PM
Picard is right. “Creating additional barriers to MAID for people with mental illness is discrimination, pure and simple.”
www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti...
www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti...
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Former “free speech” crusaders have ushered in an unprecedented campaign of censorship in Texas universities, resulting in pulitzer winning books being banned, medical and scientific facts being suppressed, and entire fields of study deemed “woke” being eliminated www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/1...
October 13, 2026 at 12:31 PM
Former “free speech” crusaders have ushered in an unprecedented campaign of censorship in Texas universities, resulting in pulitzer winning books being banned, medical and scientific facts being suppressed, and entire fields of study deemed “woke” being eliminated www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/1...
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Elon Musk, two racist uncles, left to do all Alberta Separatist posting after Russian bot farm goes offline
Elon Musk, two racist uncles, left to do all Alberta Separatist posting after Russian bot farm goes offline
CALGARY - In the wake of Ukraine's successful drone strikes on Russia's Yandex data centres, which have allegedly caused bot activity to plummet across the web, the entirety of pro-Alberta Separation ...
www.thebeaverton.com
October 13, 2026 at 4:41 PM
Elon Musk, two racist uncles, left to do all Alberta Separatist posting after Russian bot farm goes offline
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She’s the human equivalent of a Fox News chyron with a concussion.
October 13, 2026 at 2:07 PM
She’s the human equivalent of a Fox News chyron with a concussion.
Why has everyone become fucking insane nazi types?
They want to create a 'Deportation Command' and the 'Migrant Identification Centre'. Their Chancellor in waiting is comfortable telling TalkTV that the Navy should be allowed to use 'lethal force' against migrants www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
Outrage as Reform MP says navy should be allowed to use lethal force in Channel
Reform MP Robert Jenrick said that if Nigel Farage becomes PM, marines will be able to use 'lethal force' to stop small boats - a statement branded 'horrific' by Labour peer Lord Alf Dubs, who fled th...
www.mirror.co.uk
October 12, 2026 at 10:57 PM
Why has everyone become fucking insane nazi types?
If his only flaw was that he was this dumb, he'd still be one of the worst presidents ever. Too bad he's also an evil, corrupt, authoritarian, racist, rapist, criminal, pathologically lying sack of shit.
Q: You said Russia and Ukraine agreed to a ceasefire, but both sides said they have not agreed to that
TRUMP: Well they agreed, you know why? Because I said 'you agree.' That's why.
TRUMP: Well they agreed, you know why? Because I said 'you agree.' That's why.
October 12, 2026 at 9:56 PM
If his only flaw was that he was this dumb, he'd still be one of the worst presidents ever. Too bad he's also an evil, corrupt, authoritarian, racist, rapist, criminal, pathologically lying sack of shit.
God damn.
RJ Mitte, the 'Breaking Bad' star who had a career-making performance as Walter White, Jr. in the hit show and became an impassioned advocate for people with disabilities, has died at age 34.
Access the free article here: www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv...
Access the free article here: www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv...
October 12, 2026 at 9:25 PM
God damn.
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This is more extreme than Viktor Orbán in Hungary
THIS IS AN ABSOLUTE FUCKING FIVE ALARM FIRE. The President is weaponizing DOJ to go after an opposition leader. It's a massive completely unjustified abuse of power by his secret police to shut down dissent and we won't stand for it. www.nytimes.com/2026/10/12/u...
Federal Agents Search Home of Rep. Ilhan Omar
The search takes places within the 60-day window of the midterm elections, when the Justice Department has historically avoided such investigative steps related to political candidates.
www.nytimes.com
October 12, 2026 at 3:33 PM
This is more extreme than Viktor Orbán in Hungary
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He. Doesn't. Follow. Laws. Or. Court. Orders.
The. Solution. Cannot. Be. More. Laws. Or. Court. Orders.
Everyone must stop pretending:
bsky.app/profile/mcop...
Lawless president violates court order. Just say it like that.
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
Trump blew past deadline to halt running taxpayer-funded campaign-style ads
A coalition of nonprofits had sued, calling the ads “propaganda.” The president has said campaign funds would be used to pay for the commercials going forward.
www.washingtonpost.com
October 12, 2026 at 6:14 PM
He. Doesn't. Follow. Laws. Or. Court. Orders.
The. Solution. Cannot. Be. More. Laws. Or. Court. Orders.
Everyone must stop pretending:
bsky.app/profile/mcop...
Didn't know a football stadium could be gaudy, but congrats to... the aptly named Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta Georgia.
October 12, 2026 at 12:17 AM
Didn't know a football stadium could be gaudy, but congrats to... the aptly named Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta Georgia.
Canada should be building up massive greenhouse capacity, relying on geothermal energy, across the country to grow our own food. Sovereignty means getting things right, and getting the hell away from reliance on the US for ALL THINGS.
FDA may allow some toxic chemicals to be added to food without safety review. Experts are alarmed www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
FDA may allow some toxic chemicals to be added to food without safety review. Experts are alarmed
Regulator looks to expand loophole to allow dangerous compounds in food as long as they’re not carcinogenic
www.theguardian.com
October 10, 2026 at 10:30 PM
Canada should be building up massive greenhouse capacity, relying on geothermal energy, across the country to grow our own food. Sovereignty means getting things right, and getting the hell away from reliance on the US for ALL THINGS.
Not sure I agree with all of this, but it is well worth reading.
I depend on free expression protections. I’ve used them. That’s why UCalgary’s handling of a residential school denial table on the eve of Truth and Reconciliation Day troubles me.
The principles didn’t require silence. They required work nobody did.
deadfortaxreasons.wordpress.com/2026/10/10/c...
The principles didn’t require silence. They required work nobody did.
deadfortaxreasons.wordpress.com/2026/10/10/c...
Creating the Conditions: Free Expression, Residential School Denial and UCalgary
I am not a lawyer. I want that on the record before anything else, because what follows touches on the Charter, a court ruling and university policy. I have read all of it the way an academic reads…
deadfortaxreasons.wordpress.com
October 10, 2026 at 5:56 PM
Not sure I agree with all of this, but it is well worth reading.
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"The rule of law is under vicious attack in this province and I am not the first, nor will I be the last, to call this out. When an institution is silent in the face of what is happening in this province, that silence is complicity."
Another resignation at the Law Society.
Another resignation at the Law Society.
October 9, 2026 at 11:40 PM
"The rule of law is under vicious attack in this province and I am not the first, nor will I be the last, to call this out. When an institution is silent in the face of what is happening in this province, that silence is complicity."
Another resignation at the Law Society.
Another resignation at the Law Society.