Earlier this week, reports surfaced that the federal government plans to introduce a new copyright exception for political advertising within a forthcoming budget bill. The provision would allow politicians and political parties to use news content in their political advertising without prior permission. While the revelations sparked an angry outcry from media organizations and political opponents,…

Since you’re here at a Toronto Ted talk you’re likely a voter. Good education, good occupation, political engagement, they all go together. And following the news. Playing an informed part in the daily community conversation. News, it turns out, is a gateway to an active civic life. So, congratulations! You’re an emerging power minority. And condolences.…