Avi Lewis: the Canadaland Interview
Summary
Nur Azri interviews newly elected NDP leader Avi Lewis, who discusses his decisive victory and policy priorities like banning surveillance pricing. Lewis addresses tensions with provincial NDP partners over fossil fuels, advocating for a transition away from oil while maintaining worker support. He also critiques the Liberal government’s approach to US trade relations and defense spending, proposing public ownership to shield the Canadian economy.
Topics discussed
Intro and Canada Land membership sale
Rapid fire questions with Avi Lewis
Avi Lewis's leadership victory and vision
Banning surveillance pricing and tech regulation
Relations with provincial NDP leaders
US-Canada trade and Trump-proofing the economy
Defense spending and NATO targets
NDP strategy and grassroots organizing
Mid-roll sponsorship break
Avi Lewis's father and personal advice
Outro, credits, and bonus clip
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