We begin with a discussion of Alberta MLA Robyn Luff, and her expulsion from the NDP caucus; to what extent should officials be expected to tow party line and follow their own beliefs? Later the federal Liberals goal to reduce poverty nationwide; what are the optics? In #TrumpWatch: the results of Midterm elections! Why are both Dems and the GOP claiming victory, and will these results affect the Trump administration in the final two years. In the "780"- Edmonton transit, the Thunderbay Podcast, and 100th anniversary of World War I