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Democracy Rising

@democracyrisin.bsky.social

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A conservative, disillusioned with the current democratic systems. Reject fascism, authoritarianism, and radical leftist ideologies. Value human complexity and advocate for the separation of church and state

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Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · Mar 30

Canada has its own leader, and it’s not #DanielleSmith. Undermining Canada’s solidarity, leadership, and its citizens is unwelcome. Focus on provincial matters—you’re barely managing those. Don’t neglect the needs of #Alberta citizens. We need more doctors, not private healthcare.

#cdnpoli #abpoli

'Exactly what we wanted': Alberta Premier Danielle Smith defends Florida trip, doubles down on fighting tariffs

Premier Danielle Smith says speaking with a controversial U.S. podcaster on tariffs had the exact outcome she wanted.

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Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · 4d

Warships massing in the Caribbean. Could this be a prelude to striking Venezuela—crippling oil output or seizing control? Some speculate it’s more than geopolitics: a manufactured crisis to invoke emergency powers and delay the U.S. election. #Venezuela #Oil #WarPowers #Election2025

The U.S. Military Has Built Up A Large Force In The Caribbean Sea. Here’s What’s There | 4K | N18G

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Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · 4d

Warships gathering in the Caribbean. Is this a show of force—or the prelude to a strike on Venezuela’s oil infrastructure? Whether to cripple production or seize control, the implications are global. #Geopolitics #Oil #CaribbeanTensions

The U.S. Military Has Built Up A Large Force In The Caribbean Sea. Here’s What’s There | 4K | N18G

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Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · Sep 25

The Real #Trump

#MAGA, tune in. #GOP #Democrats #USPoli #UnitedNations
He lied then. Now? He’s just louder about it.

epicwealthmindset on Instagram: "Barbara didn’t hold back when Trump claimed he was successful. Her quick reality check—"You're broke, delusional, and the banks tol…"

Barbara didn’t hold back when Trump claimed he was successful. Her quick reality check—"You're broke, delusional, and the banks told me everything"—was a reminder that ego doesn’t equal success. Sometimes, the harshest truths come from those who aren’t afraid to call it as it is. 💥🔥🚀 Follow @epicwealthmindset for daily tips on building wealth and creating your dream life!@epicwealthmindset@epicwealthmindset@epicwealthmindset#EgoCheck #BusinessRealities #HarshTruth #SuccessMindset #BusinessLessons #Entrepreneurship #RealityCheck #NoEgo #StayGrounded #Motivation #BusinessTruth #HardTruths #LearnAndGrow #SuccessJourney #GrowthMindset #StayHumble #Leadership #CEO #BusinessHumor #Discipline #MindsetMatters #HustleHard #WorkHard #BusinessStruggles #StayFocused #Confidence #SelfAwarenessView all 12,463 comments

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Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · Aug 15

Establishing a tri-lateral summit with #Ukraine should have been an opportunity to demonstrate strength and unity. Instead, it became a showcase of incompetence.

#USPOLI #cndpoli #EU #GOP #MAGA #AnchorageSummit #putin #trump

Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · Aug 15

The #AnchorageSummit was a glaring example of #Trump’s failure to lead on the global stage. Despite the low expectations, he still managed to underdeliver—offering no progress and reinforcing his reputation as a #Putin proxy rather than a credible statesman #uspoli #cndpoli #EU #GOP #MAGA continued

Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · Aug 12

Where I live, over 115,000 people are at risk of becoming homeless. Instead of grandstanding, how about fixing your failed attempt to embezzle billions from the #US #economy? Stop wasting time and start taking responsibility.
#VonTrumps #WashingtonDC

Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · Aug 12

So the #VonTrumps want #WashingtonDC cleared of its homeless citizens. Fair enough—but where exactly do you plan to place them? In #AlligatorAlcatraz?

#US #economy

After two years of increases, homelessness drops 9 percent in D.C.

The latest results of the annual Point-In-Time count come as the District faces increased pressure from the White House on homeless encampments.

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Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · Aug 12

Hey Mr. #president Learn from a #brit !!!

#uspoli #England #cndpoli #democracy

Dear Mr President… #renmakesmusic #moneygame #musicreactions #ukrapper

YouTube video by Ren

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Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · Aug 11

The #US is officially a police state. #trump has taken over local police in #D.C. The National Guard has been called.

#America the free, #NOLONGER
#uspoli #Europe #cndpoli

Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · Jul 31

This is exactly why many #MAGA supporters voted for #Trump — to see $200 million of America's money spent like this. Thank goodness for the taxpayers; without them, this project wouldn’t have been possible. #uspoli

Construction on Trump’s $200 million White House ballroom to begin in September | CNN Politics

President Donald Trump has been envisioning a new ballroom on the White House campus for a decade and a half.

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Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · Jul 21

Sorry for the comment, but what a fucking homo.....

Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · Jul 18

#easterntownships #Canada #USA #makeamericagreat

Come hug it out in the Eastern Townships

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Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · May 11

#DanielleSmith is a far better liar than El Trump. Watch out #Canada

This racist Maga wants #alberta #US bound

#Calgary #Edmonton #cdnpoli

Danielle Smith questioned on possible Alberta referendum

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Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · May 7

This human falsifier accuses some unknown entity of possible fear-mongering and causing division in #Alberta. When her actions are already well ahead of the curve. It's time to dethrone this quasi Dictator wanna be.

#abpoli #cdnpoli #yyc #yeg #edmonton #calgary

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith defends promise of a potential referendum on separation | CBC News

Premier Danielle Smith says her focus will be on repairing the destruction she says Ottawa has caused to Alberta over the past decade as the idea of separation from Canada gains greater public attenti...

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Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · May 4

Lol! But, these fools are trying. I wish they would take the blinders off. The s$#t I hear come out of people's mouths. How naive these folks are.

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Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · May 4

It looks like some of #Alberta have bought into the idea. Wishing you the best! If you're eager to join the #U.S., just remember—your healthcare and social benefits (eg. E.I., pension) until that hefty bill for surgical costs and other expenses lands in your mailbox. #Abpoli #cdnpoli #yyc, #yeg

Albertans rally for separation, saying things won’t change under Confederation

Katheryn Speck was among hundreds of people who rallied at the Alberta legislature to support separation from Canada, with many in the crowd waving Alberta flags and a few even displaying the U.S. Sta...

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Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · May 1

I agree. Distraction politics. Further, Treaty Land won't allow for it. First Nations citizens are already at odds with Smith

Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · May 1

#Alberta, regardless of citizens' feelings about referendums or voting, will have no choice but to show up or risk being overlooked The threshold to move forward with a referendum has now dropped from 20% of the population to just 10%, a shift reminiscent of American gerrymandering
#abpoli #cdnpoli

UCP proposes sweeping changes to Alberta’s provincial election laws | Globalnews.ca

The proposed changes include making it easier for citizens to call for a separatist referendum, banning voting tabulator machines and reintroducing corporate and union donations.

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Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · Apr 30

#daniellesmith is moving forward with plans to mobilize the citizens of #Alberta to a vote to of separation from the rest of #Canada
#yyc #yeg #cdnpoli

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Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · Apr 29

Who is #daniellesmith speaking for?

Will Albertans side with Smith on #separation

Who in #Alberta gave her and the #ucp that mandate

#abpoli #cdnpoli #canada

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'Hockey and nostalgia' won't keep us together: Some Albertans say they're serious about separation after Liberal win

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith didn't immediately issue a statement when the networks called the federal election for Mark Carney's Liberals

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Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · Apr 28

Remember #Canada to vote
Stop #babymaga guy #PierrePoilievre

Get to know #markcarney

I wish he was #Conservative

#cdnpoli

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Canada’s Role in a Shifting Global Order — with Mark Carney | Prof G Conversations

YouTube video by The Prof G Pod – Scott Galloway

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Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · Apr 8

To all those fine people on both sides. The question of #tariff . Here is the everyday person. Traveling on an everyday route to their everyday routine. Does anyone know what tariffs are? #Maga you have rights but now you have lost them along with your wallet. #uspoli #world #cdnpoli

The secret behind who ultimately pays tariffs often isn't as straightforward as it may seem.

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Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · Apr 8

We are BACK

Hello Mr #Trump this message is brought to you by the people of #America
#uspoli #maga

The problem with being stupid? You’re too stupid to know it.

YouTube video by 5am Secrets

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Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · Apr 4

#uspoli #cdnpoli gotta love #america and her choices. You got yo self a real strongman. Guy looks like his smoke some ganja.

ArizonaTerry.bsky.social @arizonaterry.bsky.social · Apr 4

Trump posted on his social media: “THE OPERATION IS OVER! THE PATIENT LIVED, AND IS HEALING. THE PROGNOSIS IS THAT THE PATIENT WILL BE FAR STRONGER, BIGGER, BETTER, AND MORE RESILIENT THAN EVER BEFORE. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!!!”

Can you believe we have a president that posts shit like this?

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Democracy Rising @democracyrisin.bsky.social · Apr 4

#cdnpoli