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Kevin Grandia
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Founder of Spake Media. Digital and online campaigning for positive social and environmental change. Here: https://spakemedia.com/
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!! Two MPs denied entry to the West Bank, part of a delegation that saw a Canadian MP repeatedly assaulted by Israeli border officials, have sent a letter to Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand.

The letter calls Israel’s actions “serious affronts to Canada’s sovereignty.”
“The conduct of Israeli border officials toward Canadian parliamentarians, travelling on both special and regular Canadian passports, is unacceptable, unwarranted, and wholly inconsistent with the standards expected between allied democratic states. As you are aware, this delegation included sitting Members of Parliament whose travel plans, visas, and electronic travel authorizations had been approved in advance. The Government of Canada had also formally informed Canadian authorities of the delegation's purpose and itinerary. Despite this, the entire delegation was denied entry after waiting for hours at Allenby crossing, without clear explanation or individualized assessment. Of particular concern is the treatment of our colleague, MP Iqra Khalid, who was verbally assaulted and physically shoved multiple times by Israeli border officials while she attempted to remain near a delegation member who was undergoing questioning. The reported conduct— screaming, physical force, and statements asserting the right to touch her "as much as I want" — constitutes an egregious violation of personal dignity and basic diplomatic norms. Such conduct was directed at a sitting Canadian parliamentarian, identifiable by her official parliamentary passport, is alarming and deeply troubling. Equally disturbing is the manner in which members of the delegation who travelled with their regular Canadian passport were presented with a standardized form upon denial of entry. Delegates report being asked to acknowledge that their denial was based on unspecified "security and public safety concerns," without being provided any factual basis or individualized reasoning. Some signed the document under duress, effectively compelling them to accept a stigmatizing and unsubstantiated characterization as security risks. Many refused to sign on principle. This practice raises serious concerns about coercion, lack of transparency, and the improper treatment of Canadian citizens abroad. We are attaching a copy of the form here. We would like to know the practical and legal implications for someone who signed the form and those who did not. Are the people who were denied entry flagged in an Israeli government database as unable to travel to the West Bank and Israel and deemed as a security risk? Will this information be shared with any other countries? If yes, which? Will this impede future entry? If so, for how long? The form indicates that there is a 30 day appeal process. Could you please advise what is the process for the appeal? What practical and legal implications are there if the appeal was successful or alternatively, if it failed? As Parliamentarians and civil society representatives from Canada, we have the right to know our status in order to do our work. We would like to have support from you as Minister of Foreign Affairs and from GAC that the Canadian delegation on this fact finding mission are not deemed public safety or security risks. MP's who travelled with our Special Passport were not asked to sign the form, however, we were never informed-verbally or in writing— of the specific reasons for our denial. No opportunity was provided to respond to allegations, clarify intentions, or address concerns. This blanket denial, applied uniformly to a 30-person delegation that included elected officials from the Liberal government and NDP Caucus, undermines Israel's stated claims that entry decisions were based on individualized security assessments. Canada and Israel maintain diplomatic relations grounded in mutual respect, the rule of law, and shared democratic principles. The treatment of Canadian parliamentarians in this instance falls far short of those principles. The physical mistreatment of a Canadian MP, the arbitrary denial of entry to an entire delegation, and the imposition of stigmatizing security declarations are not minor diplomatic irritants. They are serious affronts to Canada's sovereignty, to the dignity of our elected representatives, and to the expectation that allies engage one another in good faith. We appreciate that you have indicated Global Affairs Canada has expressed objections regarding the mistreatment of Canadians involved. However, given the gravity of what occurred, stronger and more visible diplomatic action is required. Anything less risks normalizing conduct that should never be acceptable toward Canadian Parliamentarians or citizens. We look forward to your prompt response outlining the steps you will take to address this matter. Sincerely, Jenny Kwan Refimber of Parliament for Vancouver East Gurbux Saini Member of Parliament for Fleetwood-Port Letter showing the denial of entry, which non-parliamentarian delegates were made to sign, for reasons of “Public security or public safety or public order considerations”
December 19, 2025 at 3:13 PM
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New research shows that social media creators have enormous influence over their audiences' politics—especially those who don't normally share political content.

www.wired.com/story/the-mo...
The Most Powerful Politics Influencers Barely Post About Politics
New research shows that social media creators have enormous influence over their audiences' politics—especially those who don't normally share political content.
www.wired.com
December 19, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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Oh my GOD.

This is the Shopify broligarch-involved pet project to influence Canadian policy.

Build Canada told journalist Taylor Noakes that Carney's office "has reached out to Build Canada on occasion to ask about our memos."
www.desmog.com/2025/12/08/m...
Mark Carney Took Speech Ideas From Billionaire-Founded ‘Build Canada’
The pro-AI and fossil fuel group tells DeSmog that it’s great to see its ideas “get taken up by government.”
www.desmog.com
December 12, 2025 at 7:04 PM
kgrandia.bsky.social
A vocal minority online creates the illusion that toxicity is everywhere. When people learn the truth, their outlook on society becomes more positive almost immediately.

www.sciencedaily.com/releases/202...
A loud minority makes the Internet look far more toxic than it is
People think online platforms are overflowing with toxic and misleading content, but the reality is far calmer. A small group of highly active users creates most of the harm, while the majority remain...
www.sciencedaily.com
December 18, 2025 at 6:32 AM
kgrandia.bsky.social
Remember all those Canadians that thought it was cool and edgy to support MAGA?
March 4, 2025 at 3:26 PM
kgrandia.bsky.social
Good to see
February 28, 2025 at 3:28 AM
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🚨 New from @desmog.bsky.social: leaked list exposes oil execs & Trump allies attending ARC conference in London, alongside climate deniers & far-right figures. A reminder of the powerful networks behind climate disinfo.

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LEAKED: Oil Execs and Trump Allies Attend Jordan Peterson’s ARC Conference
Executives from some of the world’s biggest oil and gas firms are listed as attendees at a conservative conference in London whose keynote speakers include the leader of the Heritage Foundation – the…
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February 18, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Trump is opening his administration to fracking billionaires, oil lobbyists and far-right climate deniers. Our global team of investigative reporters is tracking the damage.

Here's a starter pack of DeSmog investigators and some of the climate disinfo journalists we follow.

go.bsky.app/MrJdbio
November 14, 2024 at 6:39 PM
kgrandia.bsky.social
Who is funding ‘Energy United’? Connections to CAPP, the Saskatchewan Party, and Alberta’s environment minister Rebecca Schulz offer some clues.

www.desmog.com/2025/02/18/e...
Environmentalists ‘Weaken’ Canada, Claims Industry Group with Political Ties
Who is funding ‘Energy United’? Connections to CAPP, the Saskatchewan Party, and Alberta’s environment minister Rebecca Schulz offer some clues.
www.desmog.com
February 19, 2025 at 3:03 AM
kgrandia.bsky.social
Fixed.
February 16, 2025 at 5:06 AM
kgrandia.bsky.social
Trump is offering up senior level cabinet advisory roles to his supporter email list.
February 15, 2025 at 9:17 PM
kgrandia.bsky.social
Reddit just isn’t much fun at the moment.
February 15, 2025 at 7:19 PM
kgrandia.bsky.social
What’s the difference?
February 15, 2025 at 6:26 PM
kgrandia.bsky.social
Bring your kid to work day.
February 15, 2025 at 7:07 AM
kgrandia.bsky.social
kakistocracy (/kækɪˈstɒkrəsi/, /kækɪsˈtɒ-/) is a government run by the worst, least qualified, or most unscrupulous citizens. The word was coined as early as the seventeenth century.
February 15, 2025 at 6:55 AM
kgrandia.bsky.social
Did Elon Musk's son X instruct Trump to ‘Shut Your Mouth’? Tesla CEO apologises…

www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/u...
www.hindustantimes.com
February 13, 2025 at 12:11 AM
kgrandia.bsky.social
Preach! Must watch

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February 12, 2025 at 11:59 PM
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lollardfish.bsky.social
Like … is not one democratic lawmaker willing to go enter a building and demand illegal activity stop? Even if they get arrested? Especially if they get arrested?
kevinmkruse.bsky.social Kevin M. Kruse @kevinmkruse.bsky.social · Feb 1
No one's blaming Democrats for causing this crisis, but yes, many of them are failing to meet this moment.

One Democratic senator could bring the chamber to a halt. House Dems can go to fed agencies being gutted by Musk with cameras in tow. Governors can push back. State AGs can bring lawsuits.
February 1, 2025 at 11:28 PM
kgrandia.bsky.social
Highly recommend the Uline scraper for all the Canadian MAGA folks. Perfect for peeling that bumper sticker off your truck tomorrow when The Glorious Leader tanks our economy.

www.uline.ca/Product/Deta...
Scraper Knife H-1001 - Uline
Every warehouse, office or home needs one. Scrape paint off, clean glass. Retractable locking blade. Includes 1 single-edge blade. Replacement Blades available. ULINE offers over 42,000 boxes, plastic...
www.uline.ca
February 1, 2025 at 6:04 AM
kgrandia.bsky.social
Canadian Dollar literally flatlining with news of Trump tariffs.
February 1, 2025 at 5:56 AM
kgrandia.bsky.social
I asked DeepSeek about the Chinese religious group Falun Gong.

DeepSeek replied: ‘Sorry, that’s beyond my current scope. Let’s talk about something else.’ 🤔
#AI #chatgpt #deepseek
January 29, 2025 at 2:11 AM
kgrandia.bsky.social
What old insecure man do you think wears these lifts?
January 25, 2025 at 5:38 AM
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If we want (need) an electrified future, electricity has gotta be cheap
January 24, 2025 at 3:46 AM
kgrandia.bsky.social
Nashville school shooter says in his writings:

"Candance Owens influenced me above all each time she spoke…”

www.newschannel5.com/news/newscha...
Purported writings from Antioch High School shooter show his plans, thoughts before death
Pages of writings from the accused shooter at Antioch High School showed a layout of the school, the weapons he wanted to use and his thoughts about why he wanted to commit a shooting.
www.newschannel5.com
January 24, 2025 at 5:37 AM
kgrandia.bsky.social
Wow. Giving Adobe's AI assistant a run and it is pretty unimpressive so far. Took over two minutes for it to answer a relatively simple question related to a document.

Others finding it slow? Maybe my network is running slow?
#ai #adobe
January 21, 2025 at 7:36 PM