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uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 6h

Just have to love those Portlanders. They are driving MAGA crazy.

Mike Johnson is throwing out more ridiculous claims such as the No Kings protest is anti American--SO WRONG!

The protesters are anti the current corrupt government--they march peacefully to save America--TRUE PATRIOTS.

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uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 6h

So true. I didn't realize how many racists make up the American population. We have overt racism in Canada, about 5 to 8% of the population.

My American friend claims about half of Americans are racist. I used to disagree, but I think I am beginning to understand I may be wrong. MAGA shows me.

uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 6h

Canada is among the four most respected countries in the world--sometimes listed number 1 (ranking fluctuates among these four).

The US is not listed among the top 20.

There is a difference between being respected and being feared.

Portland is respected in Canada, and the world is watching them.

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uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 6h

Health care is a human right. America is the richest country in the world. Why can't Americans have what other G7 countries and others have?

My two Canadian neighbours have just had lengthy stays in hospital and go for regular treatments to fight their cancer diagnosis. Their cost? 0$. No Premiums.

uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 7h

Putting "Christian" in front of your name or group does not make you a person that Christ would recognize as a follower.

Self-righteousness is seldom a hallmark of Christianity; empathy and caring for our fellow man, regardless of their likeness to us is the mark of a follower of Christ.

uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 12h

Good move. Johnson needs to respect the will of the voters of Arizona.

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uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 12h

Way to go Portland. You are resistant and resilient. Keep it up. They don't know how to deal with you. You are meeting violence with humour.

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uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 13h

Excellent sentiment. I think there is the will in Canada and the Us to stand for all people.

uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 14h

Mike Johnson is keeping members away from the house so there is no chance of swearing in Adelita Grijalva and releasing the Epstein files.

He doesn't look good on this issue. Is it worse to be a pedophile or to cover for one? Is there a difference?

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uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 15h

I listened to a public speech by Eric Schmitt in which he stated that white people and their children were entitled to the benefits of the country.

I would never go to Missouri, not because Eric Schmitt is a white supremacist, but because the people there elected him to the US senate. Scary place.

uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 15h

"Help?" The last thing ICE agents and the federal puppet cast wish to bring to these communities is help.

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uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 15h

Racism is driving most of the Republican agenda.

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uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 18h

Mike Lawler, Republican representative from New York is the ultimate bully.

In a very nasty and bullying tone, he tries to equate the cancelling of programs--an arbitrary move--with the shut down. Health care is really the issue.

When one lie doesn't work, they take another one out for a spin.

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uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 18h

Bernie Sanders and AOC on CNN tonight. Can't wait to watch.
It is my perception that Bernie S. is considered to be part of the "radical left." In Canada he would just be a normal Liberal politician. No party in Canada, even the "right" would suggest abandoning universal health care for citizens.

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uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 19h

Okay, isn't it time to come to terms with the fact that many immigrants came into the country illegally over several decades? They integrated into society, worked, paid taxes, raised families and contributed to society.

Simple--grant a path to citizenship for those who have been here so long.

uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 19h

I would never wish for anyone's death, but I get the sentiment.

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uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 19h

Are all Republicans racist sociopaths, or are some just in an echo chamber?

uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 19h

Peaceful protest is an American right and an American tradition. Now it is a necessity to maintain freedom and the American way of life in the face of a fascist take over.

Don't be bullied. Don't accept threats. Don't believe Republican lies. Once people laugh at their lies, they try new ones.

uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 19h

Bullying. Threats. Typical Republican response.

uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 21h

These Republicans do not believe in legitimate government--only manipulation of every situation to gain power.

Swear in this legitimately elected congress woman. Adelita Grijalva has won her right to represent Americans. Someone has to.

uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 21h

Any chance any of these criminals will pay for their crimes? Sociopaths seldom recognize how different they are from real humans.

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uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 21h

This seems to be the right conclusion.

uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 1d

Super. One seat at a time can definitely tip the balance in favour of the good.

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uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 1d

That this timely advice is necessary in a "free" country should make everyone wake up and find a way to take peaceful action.

Let your congress members know that you may be shopping for representatives who serve the people.

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uphereincanada.bsky.social @uphereincanada.bsky.social · 1d

Just the words "secret police" tells us where the US stands under authoritarian control. It isn't coming; it is here.

Let your congress members know you don't accept this. You need to pressure these members to act now.

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