The moderator of Premier Danielle Smith’s Alberta Next panel apologized Tuesday for telling a teen at a town hall that his parents should spank him. Bruce McAllister, executive director of the premier’s office, said the comment was “inappropriate.”“I regret saying it and I apologize,” McAllister wrote in a social media post. “I’m committed to ensuring these conversations remain respectful and constructive.”Last night, while moderating the AB Next panel, I made an inappropriate remark to a participant. — Bruce McAllister (@McAllisterBruce) September 30, 2025The apology came after the 16-year-old boy tried to ask the panel during Monday’s town hall in Calgary about the pending provincewide teachers’ strike. I don’t applaud how you’re trying to speak,” McAllister said.