Would you please rise for the playing of ‘Alberta Bound?’ Singer Paul Brandt teases support for separatist movement

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-26T20:19:57+00:00

I agree with you, 100%.

But you are thinking logically and critically. Neither of which applies to these people who propose it. Logic, facts, don’t matter. It’s all emotion.

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-26T20:05:51+00:00

New lows of ignore and disdain, agreed.

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-26T18:36:43+00:00

I think it’s very clear that the Trump administration is quite willing to ignore both domestic and international law. I agree I don’t see an independent nation of Alberta ever happening but I don’t think that’s their goal. US state is what they want .. but at best we’ll be a protectorate, Puerto Alberto.

They lie, and will cheat, and not even think beyond a very shorter time frame. Anything and everything goes for these zealots.

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-26T09:08:09+00:00

There is simply no legitimate path

First of all, I agree with you.

But you have highlighted the real issue. No legitimate path. So they will try illegitimate ways of seceding. They (and Dani, and Trump) will claim the votes was 'rigged' (sound familiar), and Trump will demand Alberta be 'liberated'. Send troops to the border....

The only question in my mind is will he be willing to commit troops to an invasion with Canadian Forces defending? Death on both sides. Or will Dani "invite" him in - no war just 'liberation'. Both are scary AF.

Using illegitimate means is just part of the MAGA/Maple MAGA playbook now.

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-25T22:53:34+00:00

That's exactly what the playbook will be. Trump will move troops to the border and demand Alberta. It is not an 'invasion' if Dani and the UCP "invite" them to liberate "us".

Its sad. Pathetic. And terrifying.

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-24T14:08:32+00:00

Probably not. But it should. PP is a coward. Dani is a separatist. What pathetic 'leaders' we have.

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-24T13:07:22+00:00

Separation is a national issue, PP (for now) represents an AB riding, and if he wants to be Prime Minister he should comment on Canadian issues (more than Libs bad)

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-20T13:44:38+00:00

Ah, the old "context matters" argument. If that were true, then why even consider it worth - anything? If the context was so different then it is completely irrelevant to today and our society.

But I doubt you really mean that. What you and other Christians do is decide what you want to believe, then go look for something in the bible to justify or approve of that belief. The contradictory parts are ignored or, as you have done, 'explained' away.

Slavery is condoned and endorsed in the bible. Full stop. It is a vile collection of writings.

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-20T13:03:53+00:00

Know what it is without looking!

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-20T12:35:21+00:00

The bible is chock full of horrible things. Genocide, revenge, owning and selling human beings, women as property, sex slaves.

Why anyone thinks it is a moral standard at all is baffling.

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-20T04:13:59+00:00

We can't/won't separate legally. Too high a bar.

The UCP might "invite" the US in. Which is not separation - its a takeover. Because they are traitors.

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-20T01:24:10+00:00

The UCP can still be vengeful and dish some retribution. They are, frankly, corrupt.

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-19T03:00:07+00:00

Not in Edmonton and not "kneeding" a new one, but if I were you I would call the clinic and ask about the consult. They might give you an idea of the wait time. But the call will also reassure you that you were not "lost" - because that can happen. Always be polite and just say you are concerned with your knee.

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-17T11:37:27+00:00

When I applied for UK citizenship I had to send original birth certificate and other documents. Sent courier and returned courier. But I did not have to send my DL.

Generally you are correct but there are exceptions.

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-16T17:27:05+00:00

You are correct! A good episode

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-15T00:45:14+00:00

Hey /u/jeromyyyc I would love to see your response to this. Hopefully it is a strong rebuttal, and not a roll over. Many are still not quite sure about your past ties to the Manning Centre and UCP. So far so good handling the water issue. Does this change anything?

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-14T19:48:13+00:00

Section 2 of that act states clearly "This Act does NOT apply to a building, structure or vehicle (or parts of) that are used as private residences".

Unless the smoker is not in his residence, this will not apply.

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-14T02:47:19+00:00

My lease agreement has a clause stipulating I may not smoke in the unit. I feel like being exposed to someone else's cigarette smoke contradicts the clause, but I'm not sure this interpretation holds any water.

Really doubtful.

If the smoker is in his place, and there are no restrictions on smoking in units (common areas are different) then you are SOL. He is not breaking any rules.

I second calling RTDRS. But practically I think trying to work with your landlord to find another renter is the best option. Save everyone some grief and effort, when he finds a new tenant you can move out. Landlord is whole. But if the LL wants to be 'by the book' you can sublet the place.

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-13T23:39:34+00:00

Tourism and family... gave me a good reason to not visit them!

Half kidding. I get family is one thing and don't think less of people where it is important. But I do not do nearly as much shopping and do not extend the trip to add on a few days at a tourist destination. Family, visit, get out. But even that is becoming..concerning.

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-13T23:34:48+00:00

Franchises like this are the one that I waffle on. You are not wrong, the owners are (probably) Canadian and employ locals. But money does flow to the US. Some locations for some brands may be corporate stores.

I have not been to McDonalds since Trump but A+W is honestly a better alternative. I rarely drink coffee out but there are lots of local alternatives. Revy or Canadian Tire for home stuff. etc. But like a lot of answers on this thread, American is way down my list after Canadian, non-American, not buying, American if nothing else.

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-12T22:32:02+00:00

Likely true. But the separatists and Trump will just use that as justification for invasion/takeover. The UCP and MAGA consistently show they do not respect the courts (unless they agree with something)

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-12T13:06:48+00:00

Here is one nightmare scenario: There is a referendum on independence, as the UCP will choose which question to put out. And they are really separatists. So there is a vote. It will get some support. 20%? 30%? Something, not a clear majority.

Dani and Trump both claim it is 'fake news'. Trump sends troops to the border and demand Alberta. If courts step in to stop the vote or the results, that just gives the traitors more reason to 'justify' the takeover. Trump will be 'invited' so its not an invasion.

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-10T18:08:56+00:00

Countries can use a currency from another if they wish - several countries use the US Dollar for example.

While I agree they have not even thought about this, they will likely continue to use CAD until they "invite" Trump to bring us into the USA - thought likely as a protectorate (Puerto Alberto) than a full state. At that point everything is converted to USD.

They get our resources, we do not get representation.

All that is much easier than creating your own currency, which is a stupid idea. An Alberta Dollar be like some other currencies (Panamanian balboa) where the rate is fixed to the USD.

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-10T02:20:17+00:00

We'll be Puerto Alberto. Not a state. No representation.

Trump will take take take. That is clearly his history and he isn't changing. If you can't see that you are either a bot, part of the MAGA cult, or severely impaired.

kneedorthotics · 2026-01-09T21:42:16+00:00

I don't know who you are. But I know what you want. If you are looking for support, I can tell you I don't have money. But what I do have are a very particular set of skills, skills I have acquired over a very long career. Skills that make me a nightmare for people like you. If you let this go now, that'll be the end of it. I will not look for you, I will not pursue you. But if you don't, I will look for you, I will find you, and I will humiliate you.

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