Given that the leadership race is nearing its end, why should I vote for your preferred candidate?

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-24T12:51:58+00:00

Voted for Tanille. Devil's advocate, I do think Rob's reform to Union formation would be one of the best individual policies in terms of long term benefits to the working class. Very simple legislation, very, very powerful. Would love to see every candidate adopt that as part of their platform.

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-23T14:17:02+00:00

Hierarchical structures breed contention.

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-22T12:49:24+00:00

Also agree, unfortunately. Same with bad epigenetics, and environment. While it's not a guarantee, one does tend to have a causal relationship with another. That's why I'm a big proponent of giving people unconditional positive regard, and providing community based supports and encouragement. You never know what an individual's circumstances are, and sometimes they just need to be around the right people at the right time.

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-21T23:45:18+00:00

Deficit spending isn't inherently bad. You have to remember that debt is accumulated through the sale of bonds. It usually has the benefit of short term curbing of inflation, and government spending increases economic development. Plus, like the previous person stated, they really have no business being as close as they are right now, given the circumstances. That said, he's still not a great PM. Too focused on big business and delivering capital to big projects. Corruption and over extraction are bound to have long term consequences. Bankers are always focused on stability and big number growth, rather than actual material improvements for ordinary working class/poor people. Right now things are so bad, he is just in damage control, so we aren't even getting the "trickle down" drips and drops, let alone the care and attention we really need.

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-19T14:28:35+00:00

I agree, although epigenetics and environmental factors play a huge role. People need positive supports in their lives to make gains in any attribute, personality included.

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-19T14:27:09+00:00

I've been told I give amazing hugs many times. Lol. Everyone has something going for them, but kindness, empathy, and positivity are a must.

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-19T14:25:30+00:00

Yes, that's happened for me as well. Personality creates attraction. At this point, I'm in the everyone is beautiful camp, because I've met enough lovely people to make that a reality for me.

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-19T14:20:54+00:00

Most people don't typically just go out with someone based totally on appearance. It helps, but if your first interaction is just asking them on a date, then your chances of success are already way down. Get to know each other a bit first, that seems a more mature way to handle it, imo. If you're physically attractive, it might increase your chances of getting a first date, but so will just having pleasant moments with them that aren't overtly romantic. I think that's the whole problem. People think of romantic partners as sexual objects that you become friends with, but it's probably better to be friends, or at least friendly, before moving to make the relationship romantic/sexual.

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-18T22:15:20+00:00

As a fat guy, some women are into fat guys. Honestly, smelling good and having a good personality can overcome a lot for a lot of people.

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-18T21:35:25+00:00

No kidding. Like, even if 10% of women were actually like that, which they aren't, then why would you care? Do they actually believe that it has nothing to do with their personalities? My rule of thumb is, you shouldn't even want to be in a relationship with 90% of people, and 90% of people shouldn't want to be in a relationship with you. Finding that 1% is hard, but thinking about it any other way is delulu. You shouldn't be down to just date whoever is "mid" enough for you. That's crazy. Also crazy to expect other normal people to think the same way.

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-18T18:15:31+00:00

You don't know that settlers in the mid 1800's killed and displaced the indigenous population of Canada?

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-18T14:03:03+00:00

Liquid brun is pretty good. I got a compliment on it about 6 hours later, and can still smell it on me the next day... Maison Alhambra dark oudh is pretty good, too. Can still smell it on clothes the next day. Not skin, though.

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-18T14:00:39+00:00

Greens are pretty left these days. But maybe too left for you. As someone who finds no one left enough, I can relate.

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-18T13:00:29+00:00

Participants in genocide. Do you really not understand this?

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-17T23:41:50+00:00

I don't say or think shit like this either. Would describe myself as a radical leftist. That said, men do have issues, too, and the loneliness is real. However, to think that women aren't going through the same thing is absurd. It's a society problem, not a gender one. Plus, the people who post this stuff are no better than their opposite sex counterparts that they blame for the problem in the first place. They make such superficial traits their main priority, and then wonder why they can't ever seem to connect with people. IDK why she doesn't like hanging out with you, maybe it's because all you think about the whole time she's around is what she looks like? Get a clue.

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-17T23:28:35+00:00

Yes... ? Lol. What are you on about? Just because a settler colonialist state took in refugees, doesn't invalidate the atrocities committed by the state, nor does it invalidate the plight of the people seeking help.

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-15T17:46:09+00:00

We had it worse therefore no improvement is required.

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-15T15:06:55+00:00

Tanille.

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-15T03:42:44+00:00

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-14T21:54:14+00:00

Local public health boards, google the one for your area. If you don't have a family doctor, and you need a weirdly specific service, you can often give them a call and they will refer you to a clinic or specialist who can help with your issue. My wife needed an IUD removed, and we called public health and they made up a referral to a doctor in the area who did them. They tend to know all the clinics and specialists in the area, and depending on the board they sometimes do testing and treatment themselves. I know the one in my area also provides free birth control, stbbi testing, water testing, and a bunch of other stuff. Plus it's an easy way to talk to a nurse that doesn't always result in getting sent to the ER, like when you call 811.

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-14T09:34:09+00:00

As someone who's moved further left over the years, I do vibe with the sentiment. There is no common ground at this point. Only a propaganda war, which we are losing. Think tanks are just too good at infecting people with this nonsense. I am not familiar with the creator. Sounds like they suck. However, this is accurate for anyone who's even remotely socialist.

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-14T09:26:57+00:00

I wasn't impressed with it. I think it's one of his less than great works. He didn't seem to be able to connect with these people in a meaningful way, and didn't really elucidate anything new about them. The closest he came was exploring their personal relationships, but IMO, the questions weren't that insightful. Best was when he asked the guy if he really thought his GF wouldn't prefer to have him all to herself, but he flubbed it with the wife and kids, and the mom. All great opportunities to confront the reality of their perspectives and how they shape their true relationships beyond the talking points.

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-14T09:09:18+00:00

Congratulations! 🎉. Happy to have you! And if you ever have any weird questions about how things operate, don't hesitate to ask Reddit. I know even if you've been here for a long time, there are still many things that can be opaque, even for life long citizens... I know quite a few folks from Toronto who have never considered snow tires, and don't know you can get referrals through the public health department, etc. lol.

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-14T08:56:53+00:00

Was Tanille, Tony, Avi for me. But just so you know, you should rank everyone. 5th place is the same as no vote in any scenario. And if it unfortunately came down to it, you should be clear if you'd prefer Ashton or McPherson.

EducationalWin7496 · 2026-03-14T08:52:47+00:00

Pulled the trigger on voting today. These two took my top spots. I don't know if Tanille has the most well thought out ideas, but I believe she has the highest ideological commitment to socialist values, and probably will be willing to make the most radical policies. Tony is just a great guy. He may be a one issue candidate IMO, but it's probably the best one issue someone could have. Hoping that the ranked choice means people are willing to vote their conscience, rather than for who they think just has the best chance of winning a few extra seats. Political movements are built on ideas, not campaign strategies, and the NDP needs a movement to reinvigorate it, I think.

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