Seána Glennon

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Donald Trump gestures as he departs after speaking during a campaign event in Las Vegas on Sept. 13, 2024. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Trump’s abortion flip‑flops: Lessons from Ireland on why reasons‑based access to abortion doesn’t work

Abortion rights issues could decide the U.S. presidential election. Here’s what Ireland did wrong, and how voters successfully demanded a dramatic change in course for women’s health care.
A woman celebrates after the final result was announced in the Irish referendum to liberalize abortion laws in May 2018. The referendum followed an Irish citizens’ assembly on the issue. (AP Photo/Peter Morrison)

What Canada can learn from Ireland on citizen engagement to bolster democracy

As Canada’s nearest neighbour grapples with serious attacks on democracy, a fresh approach to citizen engagement in Canada is an exciting prospect, worthy of serious consideration.

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