Vancouver Sun
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May 7, 2026
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Pete McMartin: As a taxpayer and citizen, I’ve given enough
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Pete McMartin: As a taxpayer and citizen, I’ve given enough
The irony here? While the number of journalists covering government has shrunk due to ever-tightening editorial budgets, the number of government staffers dedicated to public relations has grown.
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By Pete McMartin
Published May 07, 2026
Last updated May 07, 2026
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