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The "Centrists" Still Don't Get It
33-year old self-described democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani beat billionaire-backed Andrew Cuomo for the Democratic primary for the mayor of New York…
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The Philanthropy Myth
In a properly functioning society, charity would not need to exist.
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Unwarranted Lawful Access
The new federal government is seeking to give law enforcement new investigative powers without judicial oversight.
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The Consequences Of Rhetoric
When Donald Trump’s first act as the 47th president of the United States was to pardon 1,500 people involved in his January 6 2021 coup attempt, he gave…
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Happy Birthday King Trump!
Today in Washington, DC, Donald Trump is planning a $45 million Soviet-style military parade to celebrate his 79th birthday, while using 4700 military…
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In Defence Of Pierre Poilievre
Pierre Poilievre is exactly the leader the Conservative Party of Canada needs today.
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Seeking A National Emergency
Trump has long wanted an excuse to invoke martial law to abolish any remaining pretence of democracy in his country.
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For Musk, It's Mission Accomplished
Don’t be fooled.
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The Independence of Parliament
The beginning of the 45th Parliament has been a showcase for the ever-declining independence of our elected representatives.
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May 2025

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