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Wilson emphasizes that Alberta’s economic power acts as leverage in negotiations with the federal government. The province generates a significant share of Canada’s wealth—more than Ontario or Quebec—and can use this as bargaining leverage, especially if federal policies continue to harm Alberta’s economy.
He notes that Premier Smith’s leadership aims to exhaust all opportunities—legal, political, and diplomatic—before pursuing full independence. Wilson interprets this as a strategic effort to maximize the chances of a successful referendum outcome, rather than rushing into secession prematurely.