Paper straw woes & Brad Wall joins the show

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Paper straws are here to stay, following the government's decision that allows Ottawa's plastics ban to stand. David Clement, North American Affairs Manager with the Consumer Choice Center, has been critical of the ban and says "the war on plastic" has gotten out of hand. He joins the show to share his thoughts on the court's decision and what alternatives could be looked at.

Canada’s Prime Minister’s recent Davos speech has been widely praised; however, while well-crafted, it prioritized political messaging over practical trade strategy, potentially putting the country’s relationship with its largest export market, the U.S., at risk. Joining us now to share his perspective is former Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall.
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