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# Municipal Democracy

- May 29, 2025
- in Analysis, Municipal Democracy, Bill 54, Bill 20
- 7 min read

## Defending Local Democracy Against UCP Centralization

### How the UCP is Destroying Community Self-Governance

The UCP's assault on democracy extends far beyond provincial elections. Through Bill 54 and the earlier Bill 20, the Smith government is systematically dismantling local democratic control and centralizing power in the Premier's office. This represents one of the most dangerous aspects of their authoritarian agenda.