Tom Mulcair: Trump’s threat to Canada means this election must be a choice between the Liberals and Conservatives

With the campaign officially started, Canadians are about to experience something more akin to what we see south of the border: a two-party election.

Don’t get me wrong, I’m not taking anything away from the NDP, the Green Party, the Bloc, or their supporters.

They work hard, have their own base and promote their vision and ideals. But in a time of existential crisis for Canada as a whole, they’re an afterthought.

Donald Trump’s very real threat to Canada’s economy and sovereignty hovered over Sunday’s election launch. Who has the experience and expertise to deal with that threat? That’s the only question on Canadians’ minds right now, it’s what’s called the “ballot question.”

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Dutch rethink euthanasia law after 60% rise in mental health cases

A sharp rise in cases of euthanasia to end psychological suffering in the Netherlands has prompted a debate about the practice among young people.

Almost 10,000 patients died by euthanasia in the Netherlands last year. Compared with 2023, there was a 60 per cent increase in cases involving psychological suffering and a 10 per cent rise in deaths overall.

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German Ruling Parties Want to Ban AfD “As Soon As Possible”

The economy is in crisis and the constant influx of migrants is threatening to destabilise society—yet the German mainstream parties’ main concern is their right-wing opposition Alternative für Deutschland (AfD).

According to media reports, the left-wing Greens are intent on pushing through a motion in parliament to ban the AfD “as soon as possible”, and it seems that they have the support of all the other parties.

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‘NO APPETITE’: Canadians reject proposed hike in CBC funding

A steep boost in Crown broadcaster funding proposed by the Department of Canadian Heritage is unappealing to taxpayers, admitted a Liberal-appointed senator.

Sen. Andrew Cardozo, a long-time CBC supporter, in a recent report recommended the state broadcaster be considered an essential service — but without additional millions, according to Blacklock’s Reporter.

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Grassroots or Astroturf? Phone Data Shows the ‘Fight Oligarchy’ Rallies Include Rented Activists

Senator Bernie Sanders (D-VT) and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) are touting the large crowds attending their “Fight Oligarchy” rallies hosted by as a sign that public opinion is turning against President Trump, but cell phone data reveals the crowds are filled with professional hired activists.

Data analyst Tony Segura offers a detailed breakdown of the mobile phone data that shows many of the devices present at those rallies belong to professional protestors who are being funded by five major activist groups.


FBI launches task force to nail criminals behind fiery Tesla attacks: ‘Domestic terrorism’

The FBI launched a task force Monday to try to nail the criminals setting fire to Tesla vehicles and charging stations — calling the acts “domestic terrorism” and eyeing an anarchy blog calling for more.

The bureau has received reports of 48 instances so far this month related to Tesla vehicles, dealerships and charging stations and is investigating at least seven of them in conjunction with local law enforcement, The Post has learned.

Genius …

h/t PA Cat

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Mark Carney’s ‘volcanic temper’ threatens to derail his election campaign

Politics is a game of patience. Politicians need to master the ability to control their words, thoughts and emotions, whether they’re speaking in front of small groups, large audiences or the media – and no matter what the provocation. If a politician lets his or her guard down too often, the voters are likely to catch on. At best, they will develop a reputation for gaffes. At worst, they’ll be considered unsuitable for high office.

Canadian prime minister Mark Carney, who called a snap election on Sunday afternoon for April 28, might be about to head down that path at lightning speed. It could ultimately lead to a very brief tenure as my country’s leader.

H/T Mauser

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Poilievre proposes tax cut to save ‘modest income’ families about $1,800 per year

OTTAWA — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre announced a proposal on Monday to cut the tax rate for the lowest income bracket, saving the average family about $1,800 annually.

The Conservatives plan to lower the rate for the bottom income tax bracket from 15 per cent to 12.75 per cent, which the party says would save the average worker about $900.

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The War on White Male Fiction Writers

Compact magazine last week published one of the most disturbing yet culturally important articles of the decade. In The Vanishing White Male Writer, author Jacob Savage describes the cold war against male Caucasian fiction authors waged by the left-dominated publishing industry since, no surprise, the Obama years. Savage starts his piece with irrefutable proof of this outrage, citing the golden fleece for young novelists, The New York Times’ “Notable Fiction” list.

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Things Are Getting Ugly. Be Ready

In 2018, I wrote a piece here at Bearing Arms about the dangers of the mob going after ideological opponents. At the time, left-leaning mobs were hounding any Republican they could find out and about, even if they were just trying to eat a meal. I was actually looking for something else I was sure I wrote here and stumbled on it, but it sort of felt important to look at it a bit in light of what we’re currently seeing all around us.

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Canada’s new border problem — migrants trying to get out of the US

The family of migrants hiking across the US-Canada border under the cover of darkness through thick snow had apparently underestimated the harsh and unwelcoming forestland that links the two countries.

The parents had lost their shoes along the route, the toddlers were not dressed for winter.

Undetected by border patrol and with hypothermia starting to set in, the mother reluctantly made the call for help shortly after 3am.

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