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Greg MacEachern
@gregmaceachern.bsky.social
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Nova Scotian in Ottawa. Comms guy: crisis, govt and otherwise. I talk about politics on CBC's Power and Politics with David Cochrane, the Arlene Bynon Show etc. Former municipal/provincial/federal advisor, two national elections East Coast media/advance
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Greg MacEachern @gregmaceachern.bsky.social · 13d
The week-in-review ⁦‪CBC Power and Politics #PoliticalPulse panel (me, Melanie Richer, ⁦‪Fred DeLorey‬⁩) on the PM’s trip to DC, the latest in Premiers’ pipeline politics protestations, and a follow up on TorStar’s‬⁩ story on the NDP seeking more funding:

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Is a tariff deal with the U.S. still likely? | Power & Politics
YouTube video by CBC News
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Greg MacEachern @gregmaceachern.bsky.social · 14h
Last week on CBC Power and Politics I mentioned a @torontolifemag.bsky.social cover story on Doug Ford - it has some insight on his approach to Donald Trump:

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A behind-the-curtain look at the insatiable political ambitions of Doug Ford - Toronto Life
Is Ontario’s pugnacious premier charting a course for Ottawa? He definitely isn’t not considering a post-Carney run for prime minister. A...
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Greg MacEachern @gregmaceachern.bsky.social · 2d
Spare a thought for Nathan Cirillo’s family today.
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Luke LeBrun @lukelebrun.ca · 7d
Convicted criminals Tamara Lich and Chris Barber have created a new show called “House Arrest” while they are carrying out their house arrest sentences

These people are making a complete farce of Canada’s criminal justice system
Tamara Lich: “Thanks so much to everyone who tuned in for our first episode of House Arrest with Chris & Tamara. Special thanks to @TomMarazzo, @BulfordDaniel and @echipiuk for popping on. We have a lot to say. See you next week! @ChrisBarber1975”
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Greg MacEachern @gregmaceachern.bsky.social · 3d
More than a third of the recruits at ICE's training academy are failing the personal-fitness test, Nick Miroff reports. “It’s pathetic,” one career ICE official told Miroff.
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ICE’s ‘Athletically Allergic’ Recruits
Push-ups, sit-ups, and a brisk jog pose a threat to Trump’s deportation campaign.
www.theatlantic.com
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Greg MacEachern @gregmaceachern.bsky.social · 4d
EXCLUSIVE - Indigenous artifacts at Vatican Museums heading back to Canada after repatriation campaign

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Indigenous artifacts at Vatican Museums heading back to Canada after repatriation campaign
The collection includes an extremely rare Western Arctic kayak and a two-metre-long wampum belt
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Greg MacEachern @gregmaceachern.bsky.social · 6d
The week-in-review ⁦‪Power and Politics with David Cochrane #PoliticalPulse panel with me, Melanie Richer and ⁦‪Fred DeLorey‬⁩: PM/premiers/tariffs, and at the 11:40 mark a discussion on the Conservative Leader’s RCMP comments. Highly recommend a listen to Fred’s comments:

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Are cracks forming in Canada's approach to U.S. tariffs? | Power & Politics
YouTube video by CBC News
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Greg MacEachern @gregmaceachern.bsky.social · 12d
Some people steal valor. President Donald Trump steals machismo.

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The MAGA-fication of Sports Continues
Donald Trump’s partnership with the UFC takes his desire to identify with winners to snarling new heights.
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Greg MacEachern @gregmaceachern.bsky.social · 13d
American spirit exports to Canada "plummeted" 85 per cent in the second quarter of 2025, with the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States calling the situation "very troubling" as consumers in key international markets opt for alternatives to U.S.-made products

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American spirit exports to Canada 'plummeted' 85%, says U.S. trade group | CBC News
American spirit exports to Canada "plummeted" 85 per cent in the second quarter of 2025, with the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States calling the situation "very troubling" as consumers in ...
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Greg MacEachern @gregmaceachern.bsky.social · 13d
The week-in-review ⁦‪CBC Power and Politics #PoliticalPulse panel (me, Melanie Richer, ⁦‪Fred DeLorey‬⁩) on the PM’s trip to DC, the latest in Premiers’ pipeline politics protestations, and a follow up on TorStar’s‬⁩ story on the NDP seeking more funding:

youtu.be/NOIQX9fEABE
Is a tariff deal with the U.S. still likely? | Power & Politics
YouTube video by CBC News
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Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 15d
All to cover up the Epstein files.
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The Daily Show @thedailyshow.com · 15d
The following is REAL footage from Portland, 2025. Viewer discretion is advised.
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Greg MacEachern @gregmaceachern.bsky.social · 15d
The RCMP and governments have plenty of work to do before they complete changes recommended by an inquiry into the 2020 mass shooting in Nova Scotia that claimed the lives of 22 people, an independent committee says.

www.thecanadianpressnews.ca/atlantic/nov...
Nova Scotia mass shooting: New report rates responses from RCMP and governments
HALIFAX - The RCMP and governments have plenty of work to do before they complete changes recommended by an inquiry into the 2020 mass shooting in Nova Scotia that claimed
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Greg MacEachern @gregmaceachern.bsky.social · 17d
5 eye-popping revelations in newly released filing of Smartmatic's case against Fox News

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5 eye-popping revelations in newly released filing of Smartmatic's case against Fox News
On Friday, a court ruled that Smartmatic could submit a filing with fewer redactions in the interest of public transparency. On Monday, the company did exactly that, revealing new details in a 469-pag...
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Brian Mulroney Institute of Government @mulroneyinstitute.bsky.social · 18d
The Mulroney Institute at @stfx-university.bsky.social is pleased to announce The Hon. Sandy Silver (BA ‘94) as the inaugural Victor Dahdaleh Practitioner-in-Residence.

Learn more: bit.ly/46VVYQL

The in-person residency program will begin November 6, 2025.
A graphic featuring a photo of The Hon. Sandy Silver. Text: Inaugural Victor Dahdaleh Practitioner-in-Residence. Logo: StFX | Brian Mulroney Institute of Government. A graphic featuring a photo of Sandy Silver and a quote: As the inaugural Victor Dahdaleh Practitioner-in-Residence, I have the honour of defining the position with the help of the extraordinary team at the Mulroney Institute for long-term success. I am looking forward to working with faculty, students, and staff, and I am excited to be back at my alma mater contribution to the community. Logo: StFX | Brian Mulroney Institute of Government A graphic featuring details about a reception for the Hon. Sandy Silver as the inaugural Victor Dahdaleh Practitioner-in-Residence. Oct. 14, 2025, 3 p.m., Mulroney Hall, Notre Dame Entrance. Light Refreshments will be available. All are welcome. Logo: StFX | Brian Mulroney Institute of Government.
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Adam Parkhomenko @adamparkhomenko.bsky.social · 19d
More messaging like this please
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Greg MacEachern @gregmaceachern.bsky.social · 18d
"I think the language from the current parliamentary budget officer, Mr. Jason Jacques, is just wrong and he should walk that back, quite frankly," Page told host David Cochrane.

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Federal budget watchdog's comments are 'just wrong,' says one of his predecessors | CBC News
A former parliamentary budget officer says it is “just wrong” to suggest that the federal finances are unsustainable and is publicly disagreeing with the current fiscal watchdog.
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Greg MacEachern @gregmaceachern.bsky.social · 21d
As Prime Minister Carney heads trip to Washington this week the week-ending Power and Politics panel (me, Melanie Richer, Fred DeLorey) try to measure expectations and host David Cochrane brings some last minute intel about what sectors might have some news:

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Will Carney's trip to Washington next week produce a tariff deal? | Power & Politics
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Greg MacEachern @gregmaceachern.bsky.social · 25d
Happy 40th Anniversary to the Glebe stalwart Irene’s Pub— a great celebration of live music and the community on Sunday. Well done!
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Greg MacEachern @gregmaceachern.bsky.social · 25d
That’s really not necessary.
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Greg MacEachern @gregmaceachern.bsky.social · 25d
What’s with the cowboy hat?

One of those, “in place of a personality I wear this hat” things?
marmel.bsky.social Steve Marmel @marmel.bsky.social · 26d
ICE attempted
and failed to disappear a food delivery guy.
It needed to be scored.
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Greg MacEachern @gregmaceachern.bsky.social · 25d
Trump's planned deployment caught many at the Pentagon by surprise, six U.S. officials told Reuters

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Pentagon calls up 200 National Guard troops after Trump Portland announcement
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Sunday ordered 200 Oregon National Guard troops to be deployed under federal authority while the state filed a lawsuit challenging President Donald Trump's move to send military forces into the Democratic-run city of Portland.
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Reuters @reuters.com · 25d
AbbVie to launch ovarian cancer drug in UK at the same list price as US reut.rs/4nkZStm
AbbVie to launch ovarian cancer drug in UK at the same list price as US
AbbVie said on Monday it would launch its ovarian cancer drug Elahere in the U.K. at a list price equal to that in the U.S.
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Greg MacEachern @gregmaceachern.bsky.social · 25d
I love that spot
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Greg MacEachern @gregmaceachern.bsky.social · 25d
CBC News : Ottawa pledges $400M in financial aid for Algoma Steel as tariffs pummel sector

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Ottawa pledges $400M in financial aid for Algoma Steel as tariffs pummel sector | CBC News
The federal government announced a $400-million financial support for Algoma Steel under its large enterprise tariff relief scheme, Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu said on Monday.
www.cbc.ca
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