The current political status quo is delicate and fragile, from the international world order to the state of the local school board. This issue of Convergence explores different perspectives at home and abroad, featuring an overview of the ongoing French student protests, an analysis of the implications of the Alberta referendum, the impact of the new Quebec government on our monarchy, a reflection on the results of the Toronto municipal and US midterm elections, as well as an exclusive interview with TDSB trustee Deborah Williams on the impact of provincial supervision and her vision of the board.