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Satire is a powerful tool to reflect on the health of a democracy, whether through social commentary or political campaigns.

TTC security takes centre stage in Toronto’s mayoral election

Many public transit riders in Toronto are seeking reassurance from the city's mayoral candidates regarding their plans to address increased violence on the TTC.
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Toronto needs a mayor who supports public transit-system safety, advocates say

What will happen when public transportation safety become one of the focuses of election?

Veteran politician Olivia Chow still faces misogyny today

Due to being a male-dominated industry, women in the political sphere continue to face misogynistic comments – all of which stray from policies and legitimate qualifications.

Rob Ford vs. John Tory: One year later

With the one-year anniversary of John Tory being elected Toronto's mayor upon us, inevitably, comparisons between him and former leader Rob Ford are being made. Tory built his campaign on city unification, upgrading transit and housing and ending the “circus” at city hall, while Ford wanted to improve the TTC and bring more transparency to city council. With such differing agendas, how do the two compare?

Candidates dress and speak to relate to voters

When Doug Ford launched his mayoral campaign two weeks ago, he wasn’t wearing the Armani suit he often wears at Toronto council meetings. Instead, he’d chosen a gingham button-down shirt with his sleeves rolled up. Adam Giambrone, former Toronto councillor says it’s smart politicking. “You often notice more established politicians will put on more comfortable shoes and wear khakis, not jeans,” Giambrone said. “Frankly it works to a poorer socio-economic environment than it would in Rosedale.”

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