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Gustavo Villela

Originally from Honduras, first came to Canada in 2017 to do his undergraduate studies at the University of British Columbia (UBC). After graduating with a double major in History and Political Science, he studied at UBC’s School of Public Policy and Global Affairs. Gustavo is passionate about topics as varied as the ancient Greeks to global politics. In the wild, he can be found exploring local bookstores and expanding his book collection.

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What Canada’s Recent Rearmament Means

by Gustavo Villela July 18, 2026August 1, 2026

To fund its new rearmament program, Canadians will face cuts to social services and may find themselves supporting instability abroad.

Posted inOpinion

Biblical Prophecy is Driving American Foreign Policy in the Middle East

by Gustavo Villela May 12, 2026May 30, 2026

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