AI is already appearing in Kamloops’ 2026 election campaigns. But should using AI make voters question a candidate’s qualifications? The better test may be how they use it—and whether they’re willing to take responsibility for the result.
Katie Neustaeter has published eight pages of rules for engaging with her campaign on social media. We looked at those rules alongside her actual conversations with Kamloops residents.
Cindy Sonne brings 25 years of experience working with people facing some of life’s toughest challenges. Here’s why I think her compassion, independence and willingness to speak up could make her a valuable addition to Kamloops City Council.
I took Mike O’Reilly at his word about why flowers weren’t sent to the Mayor’s wife in hospital. Then I called the hospital and checked.
Mike O’Reilly invited Kamloops residents to ask questions. I took him up on it. Then I went back to the records behind one of his answers.
Some people have called Katie Neustaeter a narcissist. But does the label actually tell us anything about her ability to govern? Looking at narcissism, political leadership and the behaviour of Neustaeter and other Kamloops politicians.