M A Shane
@mindfultalk.bsky.social
🇨🇦 Ph.D. LGBTQ2S+ Ally. SUPPORT ALBERTA TEACHERS! Pro social justice, public education & politics. Cruelty is not state craft. Chaos is not strength. Stupidity is a moral failing (Bonhoeffer). Slava Ukraini! Living & working on Treaty 6 land.
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The transformative power of classical music | Benjamin Zander | TED
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Balm for the soul.
Laughter
Genius
Leadership
Humanity
All in 20 minutes with Ben Zander.
#abed #classical
Balm for the soul.
Laughter
Genius
Leadership
Humanity
All in 20 minutes with Ben Zander.
#abed #classical
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And the UCP keep looking to name a boogeyman for all this. As a former conservative leader once said, it's time to "look in the mirror." #ableg #abpoli #FiretheUCP
November 26, 2025 at 3:16 PM
And the UCP keep looking to name a boogeyman for all this. As a former conservative leader once said, it's time to "look in the mirror." #ableg #abpoli #FiretheUCP
November 26, 2025 at 3:02 PM
#UCP-MAGA uses notwithstanding clause, strips teachers' & trans folks' Charter rights.
14 #UCP-MAGA MLAs who voted for the notwithstanding clause are facing valid recall petitions.
Correlation or causation? Hmmmmm...
#UCP #ableg #abed #abpoli #cndpoli #abhealth #yeg #yyc #ymm #yql #albertandp
14 #UCP-MAGA MLAs who voted for the notwithstanding clause are facing valid recall petitions.
Correlation or causation? Hmmmmm...
#UCP #ableg #abed #abpoli #cndpoli #abhealth #yeg #yyc #ymm #yql #albertandp
November 26, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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Fourteen MLAs from the ruling party are now facing recall petitions, one of the biggest political shake-ups Alberta has ever seen.
Albertans are sending a message:
“Do your job, or we’ll find someone who will.”
This wave is real.
#AlbertaNews #AlbertaPolitics #RecallAB #Accountability
Albertans are sending a message:
“Do your job, or we’ll find someone who will.”
This wave is real.
#AlbertaNews #AlbertaPolitics #RecallAB #Accountability
November 25, 2025 at 10:41 PM
Fourteen MLAs from the ruling party are now facing recall petitions, one of the biggest political shake-ups Alberta has ever seen.
Albertans are sending a message:
“Do your job, or we’ll find someone who will.”
This wave is real.
#AlbertaNews #AlbertaPolitics #RecallAB #Accountability
Albertans are sending a message:
“Do your job, or we’ll find someone who will.”
This wave is real.
#AlbertaNews #AlbertaPolitics #RecallAB #Accountability
This made my day.
5 more Alberta MLAs facing recall, bringing total to 14
www.ctvnews.ca/edmonton/art...
5 more Alberta MLAs facing recall, bringing total to 14
www.ctvnews.ca/edmonton/art...
5 more Alberta MLAs facing recall, bringing total to 14
Elections Alberta says it has approved recall petitions against five more members of Premier Danielle Smith’s United Conservative Party caucus, bringing the total to 14.
www.ctvnews.ca
November 26, 2025 at 1:55 AM
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14 Alberta MLAs face recall petitions, mostly because they supported using the Notwithstanding clause and are seen to be avoiding their constituents.
This should be a strong signal to the AB government that their actions are unpopular.
This should be a strong signal to the AB government that their actions are unpopular.
November 26, 2025 at 1:00 AM
14 Alberta MLAs face recall petitions, mostly because they supported using the Notwithstanding clause and are seen to be avoiding their constituents.
This should be a strong signal to the AB government that their actions are unpopular.
This should be a strong signal to the AB government that their actions are unpopular.
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Today marks the beginning of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.
Every Canadian deserves to be free from violence. This is not just a moral imperative — it is key to building a safer and more equitable Canada for everyone.
Every Canadian deserves to be free from violence. This is not just a moral imperative — it is key to building a safer and more equitable Canada for everyone.
November 26, 2025 at 1:42 AM
Today marks the beginning of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.
Every Canadian deserves to be free from violence. This is not just a moral imperative — it is key to building a safer and more equitable Canada for everyone.
Every Canadian deserves to be free from violence. This is not just a moral imperative — it is key to building a safer and more equitable Canada for everyone.
Nov 24 1859-Darwin's Origin of Species is published theorizing that species gradually evolve through "natural selection". It's a theory that's survived ceaseless scientific tests for 166yrs. Each time Natural Selection survives a test, the stronger its power to help us understand nature & ourselves.
November 24, 2025 at 7:47 PM
Nov 24 1859-Darwin's Origin of Species is published theorizing that species gradually evolve through "natural selection". It's a theory that's survived ceaseless scientific tests for 166yrs. Each time Natural Selection survives a test, the stronger its power to help us understand nature & ourselves.
And then it was 9.
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#UCP-MAGA Play stupid games, win stupid prizes.
After stripping teachers & trans folks of their constitutional rights, #UCP are facing recall elections in 9 constituencies.
Let's Rock N Roll, Alberta. #ableg #abpoli #abed #abhealth #cndpoli
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#UCP-MAGA Play stupid games, win stupid prizes.
After stripping teachers & trans folks of their constitutional rights, #UCP are facing recall elections in 9 constituencies.
Let's Rock N Roll, Alberta. #ableg #abpoli #abed #abhealth #cndpoli
Alberta Speaker, ministers among 6 more UCP MLAs facing recall petitions | Globalnews.ca
The latest recall petitions for UCP MLAs in Alberta include four cabinet ministers, an associate minister and the Speaker of the house.
globalnews.ca
November 24, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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It’s beginning to look a lot like FU to Trump and his criminal regime. It’s about time ♥️. A judge in VA has just dismissed BOTH cases against James Comey and Leticia James 💙💙. Now roll on in stripping dingbat Lindsay Halligan of her law license for bringing on a corrupt case when she knew better.
November 24, 2025 at 5:46 PM
It’s beginning to look a lot like FU to Trump and his criminal regime. It’s about time ♥️. A judge in VA has just dismissed BOTH cases against James Comey and Leticia James 💙💙. Now roll on in stripping dingbat Lindsay Halligan of her law license for bringing on a corrupt case when she knew better.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Judge dismisses cases against James Comey and Letitia James after finding that prosecutor was illegally appointed.
November 24, 2025 at 5:43 PM
WASHINGTON (AP) — Judge dismisses cases against James Comey and Letitia James after finding that prosecutor was illegally appointed.
Because he can't pass one.
November 24, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Because he can't pass one.
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Great info to understand the legal aspects. Recommended listening for UCP MLAs and Danielle Smith. #ABleg #ABpoli
New Episode!
Danielle Smith and the UCP are not only attacking the courts…
They’re straight up lying about them!
We break down what’s happening and what the implications are with lawyer Will Van Engen!
#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli
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Danielle Smith and the UCP are not only attacking the courts…
They’re straight up lying about them!
We break down what’s happening and what the implications are with lawyer Will Van Engen!
#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli
podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/t...
Episode 7.44 - The UCP Attack The Courts with Lawyer Will Van Engen!
Podcast Episode · The Breakdown With Nate Pike · 2025-11-24 · 1h 2m
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November 24, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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PM Carney has been clear about investing in another pipeline.
Three criteria must be met:
1. Private Investors
2. BC support
3. Indigenous support
NONE of those criteria have been met.
Smith is misleading Albertans and Canada. www.ipolitics.ca/2025/11/14/b... #cdnpoli #abpoli
Three criteria must be met:
1. Private Investors
2. BC support
3. Indigenous support
NONE of those criteria have been met.
Smith is misleading Albertans and Canada. www.ipolitics.ca/2025/11/14/b... #cdnpoli #abpoli
November 24, 2025 at 4:13 PM
PM Carney has been clear about investing in another pipeline.
Three criteria must be met:
1. Private Investors
2. BC support
3. Indigenous support
NONE of those criteria have been met.
Smith is misleading Albertans and Canada. www.ipolitics.ca/2025/11/14/b... #cdnpoli #abpoli
Three criteria must be met:
1. Private Investors
2. BC support
3. Indigenous support
NONE of those criteria have been met.
Smith is misleading Albertans and Canada. www.ipolitics.ca/2025/11/14/b... #cdnpoli #abpoli
tinyurl.com/26a77h6t #UCP-MAGA want pub ed to fail. Put tax $ into private schools, let public schools fail, make quality education a luxury, keep everyone else's kids exploitable!
Teachers are demoralized, exhausted 2nd class citizens with fewer rights than other Albertans. #ableg #abed #UCP
Teachers are demoralized, exhausted 2nd class citizens with fewer rights than other Albertans. #ableg #abed #UCP
Report says Alberta teachers burning out due to class size, complex classrooms
An 'action team' appointed by the Alberta government has released a report looking into classroom aggression. It has several recommendations to deal with issues including class sizes, the changing dyn...
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November 24, 2025 at 3:38 PM
tinyurl.com/26a77h6t #UCP-MAGA want pub ed to fail. Put tax $ into private schools, let public schools fail, make quality education a luxury, keep everyone else's kids exploitable!
Teachers are demoralized, exhausted 2nd class citizens with fewer rights than other Albertans. #ableg #abed #UCP
Teachers are demoralized, exhausted 2nd class citizens with fewer rights than other Albertans. #ableg #abed #UCP
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Canuck Translation: We don’t need to talk to the mental dude. We good.
#cndpoli
Canuck Translation: We don’t need to talk to the mental dude. We good.
#cndpoli
Carney says no "burning issue" to bring up with Trump, talks to resume when "appropriate"
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November 23, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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Canuck Translation: We don’t need to talk to the mental dude. We good.
#cndpoli
Canuck Translation: We don’t need to talk to the mental dude. We good.
#cndpoli
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November 22, 2025 at 10:39 AM
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Colombia Signs Gripen E/F Contract
Colombia will get 15 Gripen E single-seater and two Gripen F twin-seater fighters, to be delivered between 2026 and 2032.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/11/16/c...
Colombia will get 15 Gripen E single-seater and two Gripen F twin-seater fighters, to be delivered between 2026 and 2032.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/11/16/c...
Colombia Signs Gripen E/F Contract
Colombia will get 15 Gripen E single-seater and two Gripen F twin-seater fighters, to be delivered between 2026 and 2032. Saab announced it has signed the
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November 17, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Colombia Signs Gripen E/F Contract
Colombia will get 15 Gripen E single-seater and two Gripen F twin-seater fighters, to be delivered between 2026 and 2032.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/11/16/c...
Colombia will get 15 Gripen E single-seater and two Gripen F twin-seater fighters, to be delivered between 2026 and 2032.
Story: theaviationist.com/2025/11/16/c...
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BREAKING: Canada Close to Deal With Sweden to Manufacture GRIPEN Fighter Jets After Signing MASSIVE Trade/Security Pact
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BREAKING: Canada Close to Deal With Sweden to Manufacture GRIPEN Fighter Jets After Signing MASSIVE Trade/Security Pact
Thanks to Donald Trump, Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney can't be stopped.
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November 19, 2025 at 8:53 PM
BREAKING: Canada Close to Deal With Sweden to Manufacture GRIPEN Fighter Jets After Signing MASSIVE Trade/Security Pact
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www.newsweek.com/nursing-not-...
This is where #UCP-MAGA stupidity leads folks.
Nurses and teachers are no longer professionals in that infernal place.
Resist this dumbing down of professions! #UCP #cndpoli #uspoli #ableg #abpoli #abhealth #abed #yyc #yeg #yql #ymm
This is where #UCP-MAGA stupidity leads folks.
Nurses and teachers are no longer professionals in that infernal place.
Resist this dumbing down of professions! #UCP #cndpoli #uspoli #ableg #abpoli #abhealth #abed #yyc #yeg #yql #ymm
Nursing is no longer counted as a 'professional degree' by Trump admin
The Department of Education has excluded nursing as a "professional degree" program as it implements various changes to student loans.
www.newsweek.com
November 20, 2025 at 7:17 PM
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What's a red dwarf? Only the most abundant Milky Way star
->EarthSky | #milky way | More from Lil Dr Glen EcoChat at BigEarthData.ai
->EarthSky | #milky way | More from Lil Dr Glen EcoChat at BigEarthData.ai
What's a red dwarf? Only the most abundant Milky Way star
What’s a red dwarf star? Red dwarf stars are extremely common, at least in our Milky Way galaxy. They make up about 75% of all stars in our galactic home. In fact, the closest star to Earth, Proxima Centauri, is...
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November 19, 2025 at 1:56 PM
#UCP-MAGA are incompetent.
Driven by frankly stupid ideology, #UCP are chaos agents.
Dangerous, expensive chaos agents.
That $109M would have helped a fair few crowded & complex classrooms. I'll tell you that for nothing.
tinyurl.com/2m4wentf
#abpoli #ableg #cndpoli #UCP #abed #abhealth
Driven by frankly stupid ideology, #UCP are chaos agents.
Dangerous, expensive chaos agents.
That $109M would have helped a fair few crowded & complex classrooms. I'll tell you that for nothing.
tinyurl.com/2m4wentf
#abpoli #ableg #cndpoli #UCP #abed #abhealth
Alberta’s auditor general says taxpayers lost $109M in lab testing debacle | Globalnews.ca
Alberta's Auditor General said Wednesday that the UCP government's failed effort to privatize lab services in the province cost taxpayers about $109 million.
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November 19, 2025 at 11:33 PM