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Canadian . Politics, current events ,science law, Justice , Equality and Equity #Disability , #MentalHealth , Retired. Support Public Healthcare, UBI ,Live & let live . Climate change is real. What you ignore you empower. Anti-MAGA Anti-Con No DMs

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Pat @pat112.bsky.social · Mar 18

“we could not always hope to maintain peace with the Indians; that the savage was still a savage, and that until he ceased to be savage, we were always in danger of a collision, in danger of war, in danger of an outbreak,” John A MacDonald

#Cdnpoli

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Story by Story, Canada’s News Media Built Indigenous Oppression | The Tyee

How relentlessly racist framing helped ‘write’ the Indian Act — and persists today.

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Pat @pat112.bsky.social · 39m

Just a bargaining ploy with the US, as when the next Govt ,most likely Democrats are elected, they will stop this planet killing pollution pipe again.

What company will take that chance ?

#Cdnpoli #Abpoli

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FCM @fcm.ca · 47m

NEW WEBINAR | On November 5, join FCM and the CSA Group for this timely webinar exploring how municipalities can unlock the full potential of modular construction.

Save your spot: https://fcm.ca/en/resources/modular-momentum-accelerating-new-home-construction

#CDNMuni #cdnpoli

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Pat @pat112.bsky.social · 44m

If a ceasefire actually occurs in the State of Palestine a multi-national peace keeping force will need to move in to keep Israel at bay. Then like Germany Israel needs to be forced to pay War Reparations to Palestine - they can bum of their co-criminal the US if need be

#Uspoli #Cdnpoli #Israel

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Pat @pat112.bsky.social · 58m

Anonymous Reveals: The Day Canada Finally Said ‘Enough’ to Trump

If your Canadian you may like this excellent summary and insight into how we are viewed

#Cdnpoli #Uspoli
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Anonymous Reveals: The Day Canada Finally Said ‘Enough’ to Trump

YouTube video by Anonymous

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Pat @pat112.bsky.social · 1h

The Story Of Mark Twain’s 1867 Journey To Jerusalem

With all the interest in Israel & Palestine and who lived there this trip in 1867 by Mark Twain does mention Palestine & Jerusalem, but of course no mention of Israel

#Uspoli #Cdnpoli #Palestine

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The Story Of Mark Twain’s 1867 Journey To Jerusalem

YouTube video by Parable - Free History Documentaries

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Pat @pat112.bsky.social · 2h

The Republican option , fewer complaints and guaranteed outcomes

#Cdnpoli #Uspoli #Healthcare

Pat @pat112.bsky.social · 2h

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Pat @pat112.bsky.social · 2h

Charlie kirk Meets Jesus on his way to ...

#Cdnpoli #Uspoli

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Pat @pat112.bsky.social · 2h

Adios MF !

#Cdnpoli #Uspoli #trump

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Pat @pat112.bsky.social · 3h

#Cdnpoli #Uspoli

Pat @pat112.bsky.social · 3h

The Dictator’s Speech (Clip) | The Great Dictator (1940)
Worth a listen

Here we are 85 years later and the world is dealing with an American Dictator
#Uspoli #Cdnpoli #Eu #Uk
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The Dictator’s Speech (Clip) | The Great Dictator (1940) | TCM

YouTube video by Turner Classic Movies

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Pat @pat112.bsky.social · 3h

Canada: Mighty When We Rise - A Song by Just One Canadian (Official Music Video)

Just a reminder of what we can achieve when we work together ,as evidenced by our impact on the American economy. No bellicose BS , just quiet strength & actions

#Cdnpoli #Uspoli
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Canada: Mighty When We Rise - A Song by Just One Canadian (Official Music Video)

YouTube video by MMMC

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Pat @pat112.bsky.social · 3h

The F-Word | Folk Protest Song Against Trump, MAGA, and Fascism

#Usppoli #Cdnpoli #Trump #Maga #Fascism

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The F-Word | Folk Protest Song Against Trump, MAGA, and Fascism

YouTube video by The Resistance

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Pat @pat112.bsky.social · 3h

@kevin-gallant.bsky.social Thanks for the follow

Pat @pat112.bsky.social · 3h

Appointments now open for COVID-19 and flu vaccines in Nova Scotia

“Vaccination against COVID-19 and influenza helps protect you, your loved ones and your community and supports a safer, healthier respiratory illness season,” Dr. Robert Strang,

#Cdnpoli #Nspoli #Abpoli
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Appointments now open for COVID-19 and flu vaccines in Nova Scotia | CBC News

Nova Scotians can now book appointments to receive this season's COVID-19 and flu vaccines. Public Health recommends the vaccines for those aged six months and older.

www.cbc.ca

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ruthko @ruthmkb.bsky.social · 4h

Danielle Smith wants a fight with Canada, not a new pipeline.

#DanielleSmithIsUnCanadian #abpoli #cdnpoli www.nationalobserver.com/2025/10/09/o...

Danielle Smith wants a fight with Canada, not a new pipeline

Alberta's premier has opened the door in her party and province to separatists. Now, she's claiming that other people are the ones threatening Canada's future.

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Pat @pat112.bsky.social · 3h

Danielle Smith is cruising for a bruising , with her war room fantasy Pipe dream

#Cdnpoli #Abpoli

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L Bennett 🇨🇦 🇪🇺🇺🇦✌🏻#TeamCanada #ElbowsUp @thatgenxwidower.bsky.social · 4h

Brittlestar has figured out Carney's strategy... #cdnpoli #tariffs

Brittlestar @brittlestar.com · 1d

PASSIVE AGGRESSION TRANSLATED

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MrsDrJim @mrsdrjim.bsky.social · 4h

"...including allowing U.S. officers to more freely operate on Canadian soil."

Fuck off.

#usPoli #cdnPoli

U.S. bill calls for more integration between Canadian, American border agents | CBC News

The U.S. Congress is being asked to adopt legislation that could lead to Canada and the United States further integrating their enforcement of the border — including allowing U.S. officers to more fre...

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Cool Xenu 8647 @coolxenu.bsky.social · 4h

When deciding on a vehicle rental company, remember, #Budget rents to fascist terrorists.

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American fascist criminals exit a truck rented from Budget.

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liseabetta.bsky.social @liseabetta.bsky.social · 3h

Rev David Black, minister of the First Presbyterian Church in Chicago is suing the government. #Cdnpoli

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Pat @pat112.bsky.social · 3h

@lesliemiikal.bsky.social Thanks for the follow

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lesliemiikal.bsky.social @lesliemiikal.bsky.social · 4h

A nice summation of scandals #DougFord has involvement in. The #speedcamera issue drives me insane because there is analysis that proves they work! Locally our #PC #MPP keeps sharing about speed cameras, in a region without them. Abjectly absurd. #ONPoli #CanadaSky
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Absolutely Insane Doug Ford Scandals Pile Up While No One Is Paying Attention

YouTube video by The Rational National

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Pat @pat112.bsky.social · 4h

Ottawa residents plan 12 month ‘fireworks and honking’ festival outside Freedom Convoy Leaders’ homes

Please feel free to join in
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Ottawa residents plan 12 month 'fireworks and honking' festival outside Freedom Convoy Leaders' homes

“The fact that our festival runs the exact same length of time as their house arrest sentence is mere coincidence, we assure you.” Luke and the Panel (Ian MacIntyre, Megan MacKay and Nile Seguin) brea...

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Pat @pat112.bsky.social · 5h

PP Useless . Ain't that the truth ?

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