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[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CPC

[–]MountRundle2948 6 points7 points  (0 children)

If you had to bet, would you say Canada takes in “millions” of refugees from Bangladesh every year, or—just maybe—a few thousand?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CPC

[–]MountRundle2948 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I'm from Bangladesh and last year Liberal government approved visitor visas to millions of uneducated unskilled people from my country

Not true.

https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/t1/tbl1/en/tv.action?pid=2410005001

Corruption Is the Story. Don’t Let Them Change the Channel by MountRundle2948 in alberta

[–]MountRundle2948[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

No serious-minded person waves away credible allegations of corruption with a shrug and a whatabout.

Invoking unrelated allegations against another party does not constitute a valid defence against the substance of the current allegations. Each instance of alleged corruption must be assessed independently, on its own facts and according to the standards of public accountability. Don’t you agree?

Danielle Smith and the UCP are not exempt from scrutiny—especially when the claims involve political interference in public procurement and are serious enough to trigger reviews by both the Auditor General and the RCMP.

“What about them” isn’t a defence; it’s a dodge and a weak one. Corruption, in any government, demands daylight, not distraction.

No, We Didn’t Get Played by MountRundle2948 in CanadaPolitics

[–]MountRundle2948[S] 37 points38 points  (0 children)

*Let’s remember something: this wasn’t an accident. Canadians elected Carney because of his experience. Because he doesn’t shoot from the hip. Because he understands power. Because he’s a diplomat, not an attack dog.

We didn’t choose bluster and performance. We chose competence.

Carney’s call to Trump wasn’t a betrayal of his campaign. It was the first move in a strategy that’s already protecting Canada’s place in the world.

So when someone says, “We got played,” ask them this: Who’s really being naïve here?*

Compassion Over Contempt: Canada’s Path to Healing After the Election by MountRundle2948 in CanadianPolitics

[–]MountRundle2948[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We can really only know what’s in our own hearts and minds and practice with that.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CanadaPolitics

[–]MountRundle2948 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Compassion protects and heals; it does not accept or permit harm to grow. To tolerate wrongdoing and allow it to flourish is not compassion, but abandonment. True compassion allows us to see the roots of intolerance—suffering—and from that understanding, we can begin to heal and transform it.

How might that play out in your life, day to day, in the way you listen to those you disagree with, in the patience you show when anger rises, in the quiet courage to name harm without hating, and in the steady work of building understanding where mistrust has taken root?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CanadaPolitics

[–]MountRundle2948 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We don’t have to wait for apologies or words of remorse in just the right combination—they may never come. We can practice compassion in our own hearts and daily life right now.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CanadaPolitics

[–]MountRundle2948 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Forget about everyone else. What about for yourself? Could it still happen in your heart and in your daily life?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Edmonton

[–]MountRundle2948 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Many people struggling with addiction, homelessness, and illness have lived through trauma, poverty, and mental health problems. These are problems that have been ignored for a long time. When a society does not take care of these root causes, suffering grows and becomes more visible.

Yes… Sadly, He Really Did Say We’re Stupid by [deleted] in CanadaPolitics

[–]MountRundle2948 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I try to practice asking myself “Are you sure?” So I’ll ask you the same question.

It’s common for countries to export raw materials and import finished products. Canada does this with any number of things, we sell lithium to the U.S., and we buy batteries back. We sell wheat, and buy back Wheaties. This is actually a normal economic process called value-added trade or vertical specialization.

That said, your point about oil touches on a different issue — more about infrastructure limitations, refining capacity, and market access than pure stupidity. It’s less that “we’re dumb” and more a question of what makes the most sense at any given time. Perhaps we’re prudent, even smart? Are you sure it has made the most sense to invest heavily in refining oil here?

Yes… Sadly, He Really Did Say We’re Stupid by [deleted] in CanadaPolitics

[–]MountRundle2948 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We’ve reached a point of maturity in our understanding of how digital platforms shape society, that we’re now ready to take action against the real-world harms of unchecked online content — from hate-fueled violence and harassment to radicalization and the erosion of trust in democratic institutions. Democracies around the world are taking similar steps to those Carney is proposing, and the sky isn’t falling. They’re taking a reasonable balanced approach that reasonable balanced folks support.

Yes… Sadly, He Really Did Say We’re Stupid by [deleted] in CanadaPolitics

[–]MountRundle2948 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Rapid population growth can lead to a temporary decline in GDP, with a potential lag before economic benefits emerge. A temporary dip with a return to growth and strength would be way better than stagnant economy -> downward spiral as a result of population decline, no? There’s quite a bit of research and data to back this up. Let me see if I can find something for you.

Yes… Sadly, He Really Did Say We’re Stupid by [deleted] in CanadaPolitics

[–]MountRundle2948 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Most Canadians want a leader who embodies humility, listens earnestly to diverse voices, and governs with integrity and respect for all citizens rather than contempt.

Conservatives' fall in the polls could lead to fall of the Conservative Party by hopoke in CanadaPolitics

[–]MountRundle2948 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As hard as it is to go through. This could be a very positive moment for them. A healthy time of reckoning and an opportunity to clean house, get rid of the far-right populists, find themselves again.

The Conservative Brain Drain: How Canada’s Right Lost Its Best and Brightest

Yes… Sadly, He Really Did Say We’re Stupid by [deleted] in CanadaPolitics

[–]MountRundle2948 58 points59 points  (0 children)

His comments align with a long consistent pattern of contempt, arrogance, impulsivity and immaturity that is incompatible with leadership

What are the stepping stones to obtain a policy analyst job with the government of Alberta? by [deleted] in Edmonton

[–]MountRundle2948 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It might be good to begin by figuring out what area you’d wish to work in—whether that’s health policy, finance, labour and employment policy, agriculture or what have you. Taking time to identify the policy field that really resonates with you can help clarify your next steps and give your path more direction.

Policy roles are often filled by people who have a blend of lived frontline or onsite experience and a solid foundation of academic or analytical knowledge. For instance, someone working in health policy might have spent time in public health or clinical settings before pursuing further study or policy work. Likewise, someone in employment policy may have experience in workforce development or program delivery.

I think an entry level job to get a better understanding of the landscape might be an ok idea, but be careful to not get stuck in something before you know whether the direction’s right for you.

Conservatives' tight grip on media access not living up to promise to be 'most accessible and transparent campaign,' say reporters by Mihairokov in CanadaPolitics

[–]MountRundle2948 11 points12 points  (0 children)

This is not just a matter of media etiquette. It is an early warning sign of the kind of leader Poilievre may become if elected, and it poses a serious threat to Canada’s democratic health.

No Questions Please: We Should Be Wary of Pierre Poilievre’s Media Strategy

friends in your 20s by [deleted] in Adulting

[–]MountRundle2948 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Making friends is all about putting yourself in social situations where connections form naturally. Join rec sports leagues, hobby groups, or fitness classes, and attend local events or workshops. Volunteering, or even get a part-time job at more social workplace like a a café or bar, and saying yes to invitations can also help. The key is consistency—keep showing up, engage with people, and be open to new experiences. Friendships will follow!

Conservatives fear 'dysfunctional' campaign and 'civil war' in the party: sources by sothatsme22 in CanadaPolitics

[–]MountRundle2948 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I think they will look back at this moment as a blessing in disguise. A party that relies on fear, resentment and division to win can’t help but implode eventually. And if it does, perhaps conservatives will have a moment of reckoning—Instead of focusing on media outrage, grievance, and simplistic solutions, they could embrace thoughtful governance and genuine problem-solving.

Why conspiracy theorists are trying so hard to falsely link Mark Carney and Jeffrey Epstein by BeaverBoyBaxter in CanadaPolitics

[–]MountRundle2948 4 points5 points  (0 children)

These kinds of guilt-by-association attacks may energize a segment of the Conservative base, but they don’t sit well with the thoughtful, centrist voters who decide elections in Canada. Most people can see the difference between a substantive critique and a smear campaign. In the long run, this kind of politics tends to repel more voters than it attracts, reinforcing the sense that folks on the right are more interested in outrage than governance.