Unpacking the contradictions in America's ideals

Data centers are a problem for Alberta Premier Daniel Smith. I'm Kathleen Petty, host of West of Center, and on this week's show, new polling shows deep disapproval for the government's plan to attract AI investment. As an Albertan, I don't have a lot of faith in the government, and so whatever they tell us about this plant, I'm skeptical. Could a big data push shake up support in conservative strongholds? Join us for a deep dive into the politics of data centers.

Find and follow West of Center wherever you get your podcasts. This is a CBC podcast. Welcome to Ideas. I'm Nala Ayed. Canadians and Americans have always had their differences.

In fact, a core part of the Canadian identity is precisely not being American. We mostly got along, though, and thought we knew our neighbors pretty well. But many Canadians now feel affronted and outraged and puzzled, wondering what exactly has become of the United States since the rise of Donald Trump and MAGA. Many Americans are wondering the Very same thing, especially given the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, a document synonymous with the highest ideals of democracy.

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