The Hamilton Today Podcast with Scott Thompson: According to Joe Biden, his decision to not run in the 2024 presidential election comes from a desire to defend democracy. Ontario is looking at increasing the power of pharmacists to expand their ability to treat common illnesses. Jazz in the Creek is bringing classic cars and live jazz to Stoney Creek. An MEI-Ipsos poll has found that Canadians feel they're overtaxed by a federal government that spends too much money and does so unwisely. We get an update from the City of Hamilton in regards to how its recovering from the cyberattack. The bread price-fixing lawsuit that was levelled against Loblaws is being settled thanks to a $500 million payment. Does Trudeau deserve to have a vacation? What should be allowed and disallowed while on said vacation? The Conservative leader was in London today to discuss the increase of violent crimes in Canada. Guests: Elliot Tepper, Emeritus Professor of Political Science with Carleton University Jen Belcher, Vice-President of Strategic Initiatives & Member Relations with Ontario Pharmacists Association Tracy McKinnon, Executive Director of the Stoney Creek Village BIA Renaud Brossard, vice-president in communications with MEI Marnie Cluckie, City Manager, City of Hamilton Sylvain Charlebois, Director of the Agri-Food Analytics Lab with Dalhousie University Phil Gurski, President of Borealis Threat and Risk Consulting, former CSIS analyst Pierre Poilievre, Leader, Conservative Party of Canada Host – Scott Thompson Content Producer – Jordan Armenise Technical/Podcast Producer – Tom McKay Podcast Co-Producer – Ben Straughan News Anchor – Dave Woodard Want to keep up with what happened in Hamilton Today? Subscribe to the podcast! https://megaphone.link/CORU8835115919