Danielle Smith is not a separatist. She’s an opportunist who got in over her head
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith claims to support a united Canada while facing accusations of fostering separatist sentiments. Her actions, including the Sovereignty Act and changes to referendum rules, have drawn criticism and created a challenging political landscape. With a recent court ruling complicating her position, Smith must navigate pressures from both separatists and federalists.
- ▪Danielle Smith asserts her support for a united Canada amidst claims of separatism from the Alberta NDP.
- ▪A recent court ruling has complicated her ability to put the independence question on a referendum ballot.
- ▪Smith's actions have led to increasing pressure from separatist leaders who feel she is not representing their interests.
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Open this photo in gallery:Alberta Premier Danielle Smith speaks to reporters on the sidelines of the annual Canada Strong and Free Network in Ottawa on May 8.Spencer Colby/The Canadian PressShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountI take Alberta Premier Danielle Smith at her word that she supports a “sovereign Alberta within a united Canada,” which is the refrain she hauls out every time she is asked for her personal opinion on Alberta independence.While Alberta’s NDP is busy charging that the Premier and her entire caucus “are separatists. Period,” Ms. Smith’s long tenure as a public figure in the province provides little evidence for the notion that she genuinely wants to see Alberta leave Canada.
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