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Rob Breakenridge: Alberta separatist leaders are the movement's greatest liability

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For those committed to federalism and Alberta’s continued existence as a province of Canada, last week brought welcome news.

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A major and obvious component of that was the announcement that the new Pacific Link pipeline is to be designated as a project in the national interest. It’s a much needed win-win for Alberta and Canada, and federal embracing and prioritizing of the project sends an important message right now.

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Last week also brought us a direct and forceful intervention into the debate over Alberta’s future from former prime minister Stephen Harper, who still looms large as a respected political figure in Alberta.

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