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VICTORIA — It was a sizable British Columbia political issue that called for a one-size-fits-all solution, says Premier David Eby, who at 6-7 is the province's tallest leader.

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Toronto has money issues. This week candidates were pushed to address how they'll fix the city’s financial woes. 

VICTORIA - It was a sizable British Columbia political issue that called for a one-size-fits-all solution, says Premier David Eby, who at six foot seven inches is the province's tallest leader.

The mechanical podium moved up or down with the flick of a switch to suit the size of the person delivering remarks at a political event.

The mechanical podium, which can go up or down to accommodate speakers of different heights, has been lauded for creating a more level playing field. But some are wondering whether there was really a problem.

A mechanical lectern that debuted shortly after Premier David Eby took office late last year has raised concerns among the opposition B.C. United Party and a communications expert, who suggests the structure reinforces old-school political traditions.

What if we just made living here so miserable people wanted to leave?

Rising immigration feeds into a sense of ‘betrayal’ among Brexiteer voters.