# As Alberta Holds a Referendum on Separatism, Premier Danielle Smith Has Alienated Both Sides

- Source: NYT World
- Published: 2026-10-19T13:50:24+00:00
- Category: World
- Original: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/19/world/canada/alberta-referendum-danielle-smith.html
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/as-alberta-holds-a-referendum-on-separatism-premier-danielle-smith-has-d74eb4/

By hedging her position on secession, Premier Danielle Smith risks a backlash from both her conservative base and from pro-Canada voters.

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