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Spotted in summer...

95% would vote No..

I think you have to edit the original post, IIRC.

He is not wrong.

The thread title says 2005. I vote Paul Martin lol.

Dark Brandon strikes again!

I guess you have never heard of Scandinavia. I agree. Biological males competing in Women's sports is cheating. No different that taking performance enhancing drugs.

Pros of socialism Reduction of relative poverty. A welfare state which provides a minimum basic income for those who are unemployed, sick or unable to work maintains a basic living standard for the poorest in society and helps to reduce relative poverty. Free health care. Free health care at the point of use means everyone is entitled to basic health care. This increases the living standards of those who cannot afford to pay private doctors. By improving the nation’s health it also contributes towards increased labour productivity and higher economic growth in the long-term. In the US, there is no universal health care and uninsured workers can slip through the net and either not be entitled to health care or go bankrupt trying to pay bills. According to CNBC (2019) ‘[in the US], An estimated 530,000 families turn to bankruptcy each year because of medical issues and bills.] Diminishing marginal utility of income. From a utilitarian perspective, a redistribution of income and opportunity from the very rich to the very poor can increase total utility [happiness] in society. A millionaire who pays a marginal income tax rate of 50% still has the ability to buy most goods they need. If an unemployed person gains an extra £50 it leads to a very large increase in utility because they can afford to buy basic necessities. See: diminishing marginal utility of income/wealth A more equal society is more cohesive. A society which has equality of opportunity and limited inequality is likely to be more cohesive. If people perceive they live in a very unequal society – exploited by monopsony employers and earning significantly less than their bosses, it can lead to frustration and resentment. If everyone feels they have a fair stake in society, it can help create a more harmonious society where workers are committed to the success of the firm which they work. Socialist values encourage selflessness rather than selfishness. Capitalism encourages attitudes to make profit – even if it is at the cost of other individuals or the environment. A socialist society does not pursue profit as its highest goal, but social cohesion and the common good. Benefits of public ownership. The benefit of public ownership is that companies can be run in the public interest rather than just for the benefit of shareholders. For example, industries like railways and water have significant externalities, which are ignored in a profit-oriented company. Public ownership of water and the railways allows the companies to target goals such as long-term investment, low prices for the consumer and improved safety. Environment. An economy which is regulated to work towards the long-term welfare will place a higher value on environmental concerns, such as limiting pollution – even if it lowers profit. Reduced hidden taxes. An economy with no public health care will have lower tax rates. However, individuals and firms will pay for health care in a different form. In the US both firms and individuals pay significant sums for private insurance. Therefore, although there is less tax, there is the ‘hidden’ tax of private health insurance. Furthermore, because the US health care system is for-profit with fewer constraints to limit spending, the US pay significantly more on health care (17.6% of GDP) than other countries (e.g. UK 9.6% of GDP) (See: Health care spending)

Technically, I consider myself a social democrat. Socialism has many good ideas.

Each day I will post about someone who is involved with making America a better place. With so much hatred and division, one person stands out: AOC Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is a true American hero. She came from humble beginnings in the Bronx, living with her working class family. AOC never had a free ride, like most politicians. She did it the old fashion way, putting herself through University by working as a waitress and bartender. She exhibits all the traits Americans should strive for. She cares for the working class, and is a peoples champion. Not only is AOC physically beautiful, but her heart is in the right place.

PP is terrified of debating Carney.

AG, this is your chance to lead us. With your military experience, you can solve many of Canada's problems.

I felt the same way, beginning in the late 90s, and especially during the first George W Bush term. 9/11 reinforced this view, as many Americans implied that the hijackers had come through Canada, which of course, was false.

The bottom line: Smith went to Washington, met with many MAGA higher-ups, and with Kevin O'Leary, tried to appeal to Trump, in hopes of having the proposed 25% tariffs excluded from Canadian oil and gas. She failed miserably. Not only that, but sources say all she managed to do, was to meet with Trump for a couple of minutes, and get a selfie with him. Trump probably has forgotten about her.

The populations of Canadian Metro Areas for July 1, 2024 were just released today: 1. Toronto 7,106,400 2. Montreal 4,615,200 3. Vancouver 3,108,900 4. Calgary 1,778,900 5. Ottawa-Gatineau 1,660,300 6. Edmonton 1,631,600 7. Winnipeg 941,600 8. Quebec 900,300 9. Hamilton 860,300 10. Kitchener-Waterloo 696,400 11. London 626,300 12. Halifax 530,200 13. St.Catherines-Niagara 492,500 14. Windsor 483,600 15. Oshawa 482,400 16. Victoria 441.500 17. Saskatoon 367,300 18. Regina 282,000 19. Kelowna 251,800 20. Barrie 245,600

Nobody will argue that Canada will win a war against the US. They have the ability to conquer us in less than a week. That will be the easy part. The occupation would likely destroy America. The US should have learned their lessons from Southeast Asia, Iraq and Afghanistan. All three were third World countries. What is the US going to do, when Canadians eventually form miltas, that hide in the Canadian wilderness, and perform hit and run tactics, and Guerrilla warfare. What about the millions of Canadians inside America, that are invisible, considering we have the same culture, language, and demographics? This is where you come in, @Dougie93. You can be a hero, and resist the occupation, or you can simp for the US Governemnt.

Hamas has no nukes. The idea of Hamas having the technology for a nuclear program is absurd.

Meanwhile, Trump is creating wars with Canada, Mexico, Denmark, and Panama.

Wab Kinew is becoming my favorite Premier. He also would not hesitate to beat the s**t out of any MAGA hyena.

Trump is going to play Smith like a violin.

Rudy is yesterday's news. A disgraced drunkard, who ruined his legacy.

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