Heather McPherson

Heather McPherson

politician Canada

Heather McPherson is a Canadian politician and member of the New Democratic Party (NDP), representing the Edmonton Strathcona riding. She is known for her progressive stances on social issues and has been vocal in her advocacy for human rights, including calling for action against hate speech and discrimination. Recently, she gained attention for urging fellow lawmakers to bar comedian Michael Rapaport from entering Canada, citing his controversial remarks and past behavior as reasons for her request.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
130,009
Power
1,461$
Sentiment
6.56
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Canada 1 4.00 0.08% +0% 38,005,238 29,831 $1,700,000 1,334$
Pakistan 1 7.00 0.05% +0% 220,892,331 100,178 $280,000 127$
Totals 2 258,897,569 130,009 $1,980,000 1,461$
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Recent Mentions

Canada Canada: Heather McPherson, the party’s foreign affairs and trade critic, expressed concern about Mr. Pitfield’s association with big tobacco. 4

The Globe and Mail: Top adviser to Carney and Liberal Party strategist Tom Pitfield has ties to Big Tobacco, sources say

Canada Canada: NDP foreign affairs critic Heather McPherson welcomed the decision, saying it reflected the power of the people to push governments to take action. 8

The Globe and Mail: Canada’s plan to recognize Palestinian statehood prompts swift, divided reaction

Canada Canada: NDP foreign affairs critic Heather McPherson said the government has broken its promise to halt arms transfers to Israel. 6

The Globe and Mail: Canadian arms still being sent to Israel, tax data suggest

Canada Canada: Heather McPherson criticized the Canadian government for its vote and called for more action to help Gaza. 7

The Globe and Mail: Canada’s UN vote on Israel criticized as departure from past position