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Baldrey's Beat: Eby pushing back on American booze

Jul 29, 2026 · 16m

Summary

Keith Baldry analyzes BC Premier David Eby’s handling of Cabinet Minister Kelly Green’s opposition to the Tilbury LNG project, highlighting tensions within the NDP’s slim majority. The discussion covers the government’s ban on US alcohol as leverage against Trump’s tariffs and the BC Conservatives’ internal strife, including MLA refusals to resign for leader Carrie Lynn Findlay. Baldry assesses the political risks for both parties ahead of potential elections.

Topics discussed

Kelly Green's opposition to Tilbury LNG project and cabinet solidarity David Eby's leadership challenges and Amelia Boltby's floor crossing BC Conservatives vs NDP on US alcohol ban and trade tensions Mint Mobile advertisement Internal turmoil and leadership issues within BC Conservatives Listener questions on US liquor stock and availability Caller critique on booze ban hypocrisy and definition of far-right Polling trends, election timing, and political outlook
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