A Maritime Canadian freelance writer/humorist/political essayist, Brian McLaughlin has researched and written extensively on politics, education, economic development, and energy (oil, electricity, gas), as well as alternative technology, industry, and contemporary business issues. His research and articles have appeared in local, regional, national, and international publications such as the Daily Gleaner, Telegraph Journal (NB Reader), the Guardian and Journal Pioneer (PEI), Atlantic Business and Natural Resources magazines, Atlantic Progress and National Fisherman magazines, plus Energy Exchange magazine (Canadian Geographic Enterprises). His commentaries and blogs have garnered 5-Star Accolades from independent reader surveys.