Re. "They are not fucking around. This coalition of leftwing parties understands that the social conditions that give rise to fascism need to be addressed, and that radical changes are necessary..."
In fact one could argue the opposite is true. Conditions that give rise to fascism are rife in that NFP coalition. Their social and immigration policies are now the harbingers of those conditions. And you can bet they will fan those flames, in all their insolent ignorance.
Hitler joined the fledgling German Worker's Party with the intention to become its leader, an easy feat given it was a very small party. Watch for ideologues rising out of the NFP. The GWP rebranded to become the National Socialist German Worker's Party, with "Socialist" deployed with full intention to win over the Left. While today's Lefties tend toward anti-nationalism, just watch how well this goes over on a proud French people. Marine Le Pen got almost half the popular vote.
I question your facts. One, the Liberals are not spending un-necessarily on defence. Most Canadians agree they are not spending enough. The Libs are not a low-tax policy party thats for sure either. I think you misunderstand what the primary functions of our federal system of government are precisely. You want it to be all things to all people which is not its primary purpose. The popular right exists because there is majority support for its policies. Those policies may not agree with the old "rules based order" but that same "rules based order" has not done Canadians a great service lately. If you profess freedom of the people you actually need to give them true freedom and stop working to the lowest common denominator. Fascism in Canada starts and ends on the Left not the Right. Comparing Governance in Europe to Canada or the USA is a false equivalency. Canada is a confederation, the power rests with the provinces not the federal system. Canada has been a victim of a federal leader trying to unsurp this balance for his own gain for too long.
Very interesting points, Nora. One thing that I found interesting that I didn’t know before was how many parties exist across the spectrum in France and that they work within parliamentary and electoral coalitions (which I imagine are uneasy at times). And when presented with the threat of a fascist party like the NR, they flex into coalitions and can actually make electoral alliances. I expect governing will prove to be a different challenge but it was very interesting to watch from afar as the left and center coalitions mobilized in the week inbetween the two rounds of vote. I have a hard time imagine the small number of Canadian political parties that actually elect MPs accepting that kind of flexibility.
Hamas command room in UNRWA HQ, alongside drone, weapons caches
"The IDF raided the compound earlier this year, discovering a major Hamas tunnel network that passed beneath it.
In the latest operation, the IDF says the commandos captured Hamas operatives who attempted to flee the UNRWA facility, as well as engaging in battles with cells of gunmen who were holed up inside..."
The story of Matan Baranes is one of profound sorrow, but it is also one of incredible strength and hope. His voice, carrying the weight of his loss and the promise of resilience, echoes across the nation, a testament to the enduring spirit of Israel and its people.
Rafaela Treistman, Brazilian immigrant to Israel, describes her incredible experience as a survivor of the Nova Music Festival massacre in Israel on October 7, 2023.
Re. "They are not fucking around. This coalition of leftwing parties understands that the social conditions that give rise to fascism need to be addressed, and that radical changes are necessary..."
In fact one could argue the opposite is true. Conditions that give rise to fascism are rife in that NFP coalition. Their social and immigration policies are now the harbingers of those conditions. And you can bet they will fan those flames, in all their insolent ignorance.
Hitler joined the fledgling German Worker's Party with the intention to become its leader, an easy feat given it was a very small party. Watch for ideologues rising out of the NFP. The GWP rebranded to become the National Socialist German Worker's Party, with "Socialist" deployed with full intention to win over the Left. While today's Lefties tend toward anti-nationalism, just watch how well this goes over on a proud French people. Marine Le Pen got almost half the popular vote.
I question your facts. One, the Liberals are not spending un-necessarily on defence. Most Canadians agree they are not spending enough. The Libs are not a low-tax policy party thats for sure either. I think you misunderstand what the primary functions of our federal system of government are precisely. You want it to be all things to all people which is not its primary purpose. The popular right exists because there is majority support for its policies. Those policies may not agree with the old "rules based order" but that same "rules based order" has not done Canadians a great service lately. If you profess freedom of the people you actually need to give them true freedom and stop working to the lowest common denominator. Fascism in Canada starts and ends on the Left not the Right. Comparing Governance in Europe to Canada or the USA is a false equivalency. Canada is a confederation, the power rests with the provinces not the federal system. Canada has been a victim of a federal leader trying to unsurp this balance for his own gain for too long.
Heather MacPherson and Matthew Green (NDP) both seem good on Palestine. Maybe there are others?
Very interesting points, Nora. One thing that I found interesting that I didn’t know before was how many parties exist across the spectrum in France and that they work within parliamentary and electoral coalitions (which I imagine are uneasy at times). And when presented with the threat of a fascist party like the NR, they flex into coalitions and can actually make electoral alliances. I expect governing will prove to be a different challenge but it was very interesting to watch from afar as the left and center coalitions mobilized in the week inbetween the two rounds of vote. I have a hard time imagine the small number of Canadian political parties that actually elect MPs accepting that kind of flexibility.
BREAKING TODAY:
Hamas command room in UNRWA HQ, alongside drone, weapons caches
"The IDF raided the compound earlier this year, discovering a major Hamas tunnel network that passed beneath it.
In the latest operation, the IDF says the commandos captured Hamas operatives who attempted to flee the UNRWA facility, as well as engaging in battles with cells of gunmen who were holed up inside..."
More: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/idf-says-it-found-hamas-command-room-in-unrwa-hq-alongside-drone-weapons-caches/ar-BB1pRJfN
The story of Matan Baranes is one of profound sorrow, but it is also one of incredible strength and hope. His voice, carrying the weight of his loss and the promise of resilience, echoes across the nation, a testament to the enduring spirit of Israel and its people.
https://x.com/segalian/status/1811427281941708821
LOL Hilarious! >> BEST MOMENTS of Damon Imani TAKING DOWN Mainstream Media
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4yO34nuzmxU
Nora claims to have 8,000 weekly listeners tuning into her podcast.
So don't you miss out! Try it for yourself and see why so many can't wait for next Tuesday.
https://noraloreto.ca/podcast-item/sandy-and-nora-talk-politics/
October 7 in Israel, teenagers taking cover, before and after Hamas.
https://x.com/HamasAtrocities/status/1811360431404970019
Rafaela Treistman, Brazilian immigrant to Israel, describes her incredible experience as a survivor of the Nova Music Festival massacre in Israel on October 7, 2023.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BKok3jWR9Hs
Remembering the Siman Tov family.
https://x.com/OliLondonTV/status/1810106696850690479
Remembering Libby Cohen. May her memory be a blessing.
https://x.com/VividProwess/status/1810450918048960743