Duane Bratt🇨🇦
@duanebratt.bsky.social
Mount Royal University Political Science Prof, retired lacrosse coach (now I coach coaches!), Husband, and Dad to 2 adult children and 1 grandchild
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Danielle Smith defends senior staff member under fire after social media post targeting Canadian immigration levels
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Danielle Smith defends senior staff member under fire after social media post targeting Canadian immigration levels
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is again defending a senior staff member after a social media post targeting immigration which drew criticism from legal and political observers.
www.ctvnews.ca
February 19, 2026 at 4:16 AM
Danielle Smith defends senior staff member under fire after social media post targeting Canadian immigration levels
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I am honoured to welcome Matt Jeneroux to our caucus as the newest member of Canada’s new government.
My statement: x.com/markjcarney/...
My statement: x.com/markjcarney/...
February 18, 2026 at 3:30 PM
I am honoured to welcome Matt Jeneroux to our caucus as the newest member of Canada’s new government.
My statement: x.com/markjcarney/...
My statement: x.com/markjcarney/...
Based on CofS Anderson, sounds like Smith will not be discussing the budget in her TV address on Thursday, but immigration.
February 18, 2026 at 4:59 PM
Based on CofS Anderson, sounds like Smith will not be discussing the budget in her TV address on Thursday, but immigration.
www.cbc.ca/news/politic... Jenerouxʹs "resignation" announcement in the Fall was always suspicious, this confirms it.
Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux joins Liberal caucus: Carney | CBC News
Edmonton Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux has joined the Liberal caucus, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on social media Wednesday.
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February 18, 2026 at 4:51 PM
www.cbc.ca/news/politic... Jenerouxʹs "resignation" announcement in the Fall was always suspicious, this confirms it.
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Ric McIver states unequivocally he is not a supporter of Alberta separatism. albertapolitics.ca/2026/02/ric-... #ableg #abpoli #cdnpoli
Ric McIver states unequivocally he is not a supporter of Alberta separatism - Alberta Politics
Ric McIver, Speaker of the Alberta Legislature, has stated categorically he is not a supporter of Alberta separating from Canada. In an emailed response to questions sent to United Conservative Party ...
albertapolitics.ca
February 18, 2026 at 6:14 AM
Ric McIver states unequivocally he is not a supporter of Alberta separatism. albertapolitics.ca/2026/02/ric-... #ableg #abpoli #cdnpoli
People are still rolling in, but it looks like a little more than 100. Not bad for a very blustery evening.
February 18, 2026 at 12:59 AM
People are still rolling in, but it looks like a little more than 100. Not bad for a very blustery evening.
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The Boss is bringing his resistance to D.C.
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band’s 20-date protest tour begins in Minneapolis with a final concert at Nationals Park, three miles from the White House, on May 27.
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band’s 20-date protest tour begins in Minneapolis with a final concert at Nationals Park, three miles from the White House, on May 27.
Bruce Springsteen brings his political message to Nationals Park in May
The D.C. concert is the final date of the North American leg of Springsteen’s newly announced “Land of Hope and Dreams” tour.
www.washingtonpost.com
February 17, 2026 at 8:45 PM
The Boss is bringing his resistance to D.C.
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band’s 20-date protest tour begins in Minneapolis with a final concert at Nationals Park, three miles from the White House, on May 27.
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band’s 20-date protest tour begins in Minneapolis with a final concert at Nationals Park, three miles from the White House, on May 27.
Despite the weather, I will driving up QEII and speaking in Red Deer tonight. The topic is too important.
February 17, 2026 at 7:56 PM
Despite the weather, I will driving up QEII and speaking in Red Deer tonight. The topic is too important.
After first quarter Georgia Swarm 3 Roughnecks 2. Much more entertaining and skilled game than last night.
February 16, 2026 at 1:30 AM
After first quarter Georgia Swarm 3 Roughnecks 2. Much more entertaining and skilled game than last night.
We are not even halfway through the second quarter and almost every goal is being reviewed. Roughnecks vs Wings
February 15, 2026 at 2:56 AM
We are not even halfway through the second quarter and almost every goal is being reviewed. Roughnecks vs Wings
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A Valentine for Canada: The Case For Alberta to Stay
@DuaneBratt argues that there are many, many reasons for Alberta to stay in Canada, and none that justify leaving.
Do you agree or disagree?
#ableg #abpoli #cdnpoli
youtu.be/Azr44Y-Pkw4
@DuaneBratt argues that there are many, many reasons for Alberta to stay in Canada, and none that justify leaving.
Do you agree or disagree?
#ableg #abpoli #cdnpoli
youtu.be/Azr44Y-Pkw4
A Valentine for Canada: The Case For Alberta to Stay
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February 14, 2026 at 11:48 PM
A Valentine for Canada: The Case For Alberta to Stay
@DuaneBratt argues that there are many, many reasons for Alberta to stay in Canada, and none that justify leaving.
Do you agree or disagree?
#ableg #abpoli #cdnpoli
youtu.be/Azr44Y-Pkw4
@DuaneBratt argues that there are many, many reasons for Alberta to stay in Canada, and none that justify leaving.
Do you agree or disagree?
#ableg #abpoli #cdnpoli
youtu.be/Azr44Y-Pkw4
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This is so absurd I have to think it’s divine vengeance for the Greenland stuff www.sportingnews.com/ca/olympics/...
Denmark scores unreal, must-see goal from mid-ice against USA hockey | Sporting News Canada
I've never seen a goal like this in my life.
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February 14, 2026 at 9:17 PM
This is so absurd I have to think it’s divine vengeance for the Greenland stuff www.sportingnews.com/ca/olympics/...
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Hegseth to US military: if you get into MIT, we won't let you attend because of the risk that you will be exposed to ideas hostile to MAGA when you study there.
February 14, 2026 at 2:38 PM
Hegseth to US military: if you get into MIT, we won't let you attend because of the risk that you will be exposed to ideas hostile to MAGA when you study there.
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From @theathletic.com: The free condoms distributed inside the Olympic Village in Cortina were gone in a matter of days — three to be exact, according to an Italian news report. “They promised us more will arrive, but who knows when.” nyti.ms/4aiSL0x
February 14, 2026 at 4:11 PM
From @theathletic.com: The free condoms distributed inside the Olympic Village in Cortina were gone in a matter of days — three to be exact, according to an Italian news report. “They promised us more will arrive, but who knows when.” nyti.ms/4aiSL0x
The Case for Alberta Staying in Canada open.substack.com/pub/duanebra...
February 14, 2026 at 3:47 PM
The Case for Alberta Staying in Canada open.substack.com/pub/duanebra...
A tragedy brings Canadian unity.
February 14, 2026 at 12:08 AM
A tragedy brings Canadian unity.
I remember Alexander Hamilton, in particular, arguing for photo ID.
February 13, 2026 at 11:21 PM
I remember Alexander Hamilton, in particular, arguing for photo ID.
Why is this the first time that I am hearing about this incident? www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti... @proftomuofr.bsky.social @profsmithsask.bsky.social were you aware of this?
Opinion: Saskatchewan shows Alberta how to handle a separatist threat seeking U.S. support
A short-lived campaign in the 1980s saw politicians try to foment support for a union with the United States
www.theglobeandmail.com
February 13, 2026 at 8:31 PM
Why is this the first time that I am hearing about this incident? www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti... @proftomuofr.bsky.social @profsmithsask.bsky.social were you aware of this?
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It's not a new observation at this point but that wild Noem/Lewandowski story in WSJ really brings home the extent to which all the Trump 2 cabinet-level goblins see their jobs as flying private, doing short-form video, and screaming at underlings. They all hate each other and none of them can read.
February 13, 2026 at 4:48 AM
It's not a new observation at this point but that wild Noem/Lewandowski story in WSJ really brings home the extent to which all the Trump 2 cabinet-level goblins see their jobs as flying private, doing short-form video, and screaming at underlings. They all hate each other and none of them can read.
I think someone as been to my office!
February 13, 2026 at 12:45 AM
I think someone as been to my office!