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KevinWallaceHorswill (he/him) @wallacehorswill.bsky.social · 20h

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KevinWallaceHorswill (he/him) @wallacehorswill.bsky.social · 1d

The foreign christianist fascist insurgency, with Trump as champion, are boldly out in the open in Canada now. This will only get worse if we allow it. We've already seen the US version so we know how the plot unfolds.
#cdnpoli

The Tyee @thetyee.ca · 1d

The think tank is widely known for creating Project 2025.

And this isn’t the first meeting Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has had with allies of the U.S. president.

David Falk writes. A @desmog.com Canada reprint. #canpoli

Smith Reveals Meeting with the US Heritage Foundation After Trump Win | The Tyee

The Alberta premier said she met with the right-wing think tank because of its influence on the president.

thetyee.ca

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KevinWallaceHorswill (he/him) @wallacehorswill.bsky.social · 1d

Correct, and excellent journalism as well.
But Canadian coverage of the US is more nuanced and detailed.
I recommend the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation's shows/segments:
The National
Power & Politics
At Issue
Rosemary Barton Live
and others

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KevinWallaceHorswill (he/him) @wallacehorswill.bsky.social · 1d

A sledgehammer sounds like a Russian calling card.
See The Wagner Group in Ukraine.

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KevinWallaceHorswill (he/him) @wallacehorswill.bsky.social · 1d

1) Start watching Canadian coverage of the US.
Problem solved.
2) See 1.

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KevinWallaceHorswill (he/him) @wallacehorswill.bsky.social · 1d

Working towards net-zero is how the world will achieve the Paris agreement: reducing oil consumption while implementing renewables. It's a transition over time, not an event.
#cdnpoli

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KevinWallaceHorswill (he/him) @wallacehorswill.bsky.social · 1d

Not my take. The population's dissatisfaction with the previous government was in part due to the ongoing violence perpetrated by the fascists.

KevinWallaceHorswill (he/him) @wallacehorswill.bsky.social · 1d

In the short-term, it's in our interest to sell our oil. In the long-term, having continued to expand our use of renewables and reduced our use of fossil fuels, we will reach net-zero. In the very long term, the demand for our oil will be low and our economy will not depend on oil. #cdnpoli

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KevinWallaceHorswill (he/him) @wallacehorswill.bsky.social · 1d

Once all the fascists have been jailed or fled the continent, and a free and democratic state is constituted, I'll be open to buying from what used to be the US. #cdnpoli

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KevinWallaceHorswill (he/him) @wallacehorswill.bsky.social · 2d

URGENT: In Ukraine, same-sex couples face unthinkable challenges amid war. Legislation is underway to recognize their rights, but we need YOUR help to apply pressure. SIGN the petition NOW. Help them have the rights they deserve! a.allout.org/s/v087x/
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URGENT: In Ukraine, same-sex couples face unthinkable challe

Legislation is underway to recognize their rights, but we need YOUR help to apply pressure. SIGN the petition NOW. Help them have the rights they deserve!

a.allout.org

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KevinWallaceHorswill (he/him) @wallacehorswill.bsky.social · 2d

It's a good video but it's AI, not a person. You've been deep faked.
#cdnpoli

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Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 2d

The Trumpification of Canadian politics

“When Pierre Poilievre states that ‘Canada is broken’ or when he mocks and criticizes reporters, he’s taking a page from the Trump playbook. He’s deliberately and preemptively trying to cast doubt about any critical coverage of him.”

Observations from Montreal

An ever-changing collection of commentary and observations by Montrealers or about Montreal politics and culture.

cultmtl.com

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KevinWallaceHorswill (he/him) @wallacehorswill.bsky.social · 2d

We could reorganize sports by height, weight, and hormone classes, and abandon the idea of sexes in sport altogether.
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KevinWallaceHorswill (he/him) @wallacehorswill.bsky.social · 2d

We all need to step outside the conventional Canadian political paradigm. We're not in Kansas anymore. Geopolitics needs to determine our national politics, now more than ever. We need to evaluate risks and opportunities through that lens.
#cdnpoli

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KevinWallaceHorswill (he/him) @wallacehorswill.bsky.social · 2d

We're entering a world where we either sell the world all the resources they need from us - oil, water, critical minerals - or we will eventually be invaded by any or all of the superpowers. Even if we sell to them, they may want to invade anyway, but we have better odds selling to them. #cdnpoli

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KevinWallaceHorswill (he/him) @wallacehorswill.bsky.social · 3d

1) if we buy them, must be calculated as in our best interest.
2) selling our oil is in our interest, whomever buys
3) without our willing participation, the US may invade to ensure the plan can sufficiently protect the US.
4) Carney said dairy supply-management system is non-negotiable.
#cdnpoli

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KevinWallaceHorswill (he/him) @wallacehorswill.bsky.social · 3d

Or, did our recognition of the Palestinian state advance the peace deal, to avoid the inevitable conflict that would have eventually resulted because of the recognition?
#cdnpoli

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KevinWallaceHorswill (he/him) @wallacehorswill.bsky.social · 5d

When you wage war on minorities, including your own citizens, I can't imagine why you wouldn't realize that disqualifies you from the honour.

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KevinWallaceHorswill (he/him) @wallacehorswill.bsky.social · 6d

Anyone who uses their power to abuse minorities is ineligible.

KevinWallaceHorswill (he/him) @wallacehorswill.bsky.social · 7d

It's called 'buttering him up'. Narcissists are easily charmed. Nice stick handling, Mr Prime Minister
#cdnpoli

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 8d

"You are a transformative president" -- I regret to inform you that Mark Carney is kissing Trump's ass

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KevinWallaceHorswill (he/him) @wallacehorswill.bsky.social · 8d

And whether she wins or loses, they can start the petition over again as soon as the election is over. Canada is watching, hoping to see Albertans see this through. Those working on this, and those who sign, are Canada's team!
#cdnpoli

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KevinWallaceHorswill (he/him) @wallacehorswill.bsky.social · 8d

She is not concerned, in the short-run, about pleasing the people of Alberta. She's focused on a longer-term subversive strategy to implement fascist rule in Canada. She and Poilievre are the leading edge of the fascist insurgency in Canada.
#cdnpoli

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The Economist @economist.com · 8d

Liberalise at home and lead a new free-trade revolution

Mark Carney’s radical vision for handling Trumpian America

Liberalise at home and lead a new free-trade revolution

econ.st

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KevinWallaceHorswill (he/him) @wallacehorswill.bsky.social · 11d

Just move to Canada and carry on as you were. No problem.

KevinWallaceHorswill (he/him) @wallacehorswill.bsky.social · 11d

Anything by Taylor Swift, for the sheer g*d damn juxtaposition of it all.

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