13grumpygranny🇨🇦@bsky.social
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As @pamelabanting.bsky.social pointed out, the same UCP govt that gutted @athabascau.bsky.social, the online university, in an attempt to force people to move to Athabasca attempted to expedite the Peterson Academy, which has no presence in Canada let alone Alberta. thetyee.ca/News/2025/09...
December 10, 2025 at 4:19 PM
As @pamelabanting.bsky.social pointed out, the same UCP govt that gutted @athabascau.bsky.social, the online university, in an attempt to force people to move to Athabasca attempted to expedite the Peterson Academy, which has no presence in Canada let alone Alberta. thetyee.ca/News/2025/09...
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Governments Make Laws, Judges Interpret Them
Judicial independence is a cornerstone of representative government.
@abdaniellesmith would like you to think otherwise.
#ableg #abpoli #cdnpoli
markhamhislop.substack.com/p/government...
Judicial independence is a cornerstone of representative government.
@abdaniellesmith would like you to think otherwise.
#ableg #abpoli #cdnpoli
markhamhislop.substack.com/p/government...
Governments Make Laws, Judges Interpret Them
Albertans need to shout that message to their power-hungry premier
markhamhislop.substack.com
December 9, 2025 at 11:54 PM
Governments Make Laws, Judges Interpret Them
Judicial independence is a cornerstone of representative government.
@abdaniellesmith would like you to think otherwise.
#ableg #abpoli #cdnpoli
markhamhislop.substack.com/p/government...
Judicial independence is a cornerstone of representative government.
@abdaniellesmith would like you to think otherwise.
#ableg #abpoli #cdnpoli
markhamhislop.substack.com/p/government...
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Albertans deserve to know the cumulative total of severance costs AHS had to pay out when the government continually dismissed those with knowledge of CorruptCare. How much was wasted covering up this scandal?
#abpoli #ableg #CorruptCare
#abpoli #ableg #CorruptCare
December 9, 2025 at 11:29 PM
Albertans deserve to know the cumulative total of severance costs AHS had to pay out when the government continually dismissed those with knowledge of CorruptCare. How much was wasted covering up this scandal?
#abpoli #ableg #CorruptCare
#abpoli #ableg #CorruptCare
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New details continue to emerge as to the extent of UCP corruption. The carefully constrained Wyant Report left more questions than answers. Albertans need & deserve a full public inquiry into CorruptCare.
#abpoli #ableg #CorruptCare #CallAPublicInquiry
#abpoli #ableg #CorruptCare #CallAPublicInquiry
December 9, 2025 at 6:24 PM
New details continue to emerge as to the extent of UCP corruption. The carefully constrained Wyant Report left more questions than answers. Albertans need & deserve a full public inquiry into CorruptCare.
#abpoli #ableg #CorruptCare #CallAPublicInquiry
#abpoli #ableg #CorruptCare #CallAPublicInquiry
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Alberta Small-c Conservatives Should be Appalled by Smith's Attacks on Judges
@UAlberta polisci prof @DrJaredWesley urges Alberta to call, write, or email their MLA demanding change.
#ableg #abpoli #cdnpoli
youtu.be/wjr0duRTd9c
@UAlberta polisci prof @DrJaredWesley urges Alberta to call, write, or email their MLA demanding change.
#ableg #abpoli #cdnpoli
youtu.be/wjr0duRTd9c
Alberta Small-c Conservatives Should be Appalled by Smith's Attacks on Judges
YouTube video by Energi Media
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December 9, 2025 at 11:47 PM
Alberta Small-c Conservatives Should be Appalled by Smith's Attacks on Judges
@UAlberta polisci prof @DrJaredWesley urges Alberta to call, write, or email their MLA demanding change.
#ableg #abpoli #cdnpoli
youtu.be/wjr0duRTd9c
@UAlberta polisci prof @DrJaredWesley urges Alberta to call, write, or email their MLA demanding change.
#ableg #abpoli #cdnpoli
youtu.be/wjr0duRTd9c
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@jaredwesley.ca: Did the premier of Alberta attack the constitutional role of the courts in Canada’s democracy?
Yes, she did, and in no uncertain terms. #abpoli
Yes, she did, and in no uncertain terms. #abpoli
Danielle Smith’s Dangerous Attack on the Courts | The Tyee
Conservatives helped build Canada’s judicial system, which preserves values true conservatives hold dear.
thetyee.ca
December 9, 2025 at 2:24 PM
@jaredwesley.ca: Did the premier of Alberta attack the constitutional role of the courts in Canada’s democracy?
Yes, she did, and in no uncertain terms. #abpoli
Yes, she did, and in no uncertain terms. #abpoli
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“An RCMP probe is continuing. Mr. Wylie is still labouring to finish his report before next April, when his term expires, since the government has rebuffed his request for an extension.”
#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli
www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/edit...
#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli
www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/edit...
Globe editorial: The questions unanswered in Alberta’s health care procurement controversy
The province has called off negotiations for two private surgical facilities, but the mystery surrounding the government’s actions remains
www.theglobeandmail.com
December 8, 2025 at 6:39 PM
“An RCMP probe is continuing. Mr. Wylie is still labouring to finish his report before next April, when his term expires, since the government has rebuffed his request for an extension.”
#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli
www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/edit...
#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli
www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/edit...
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Lucy, football, etc.
December 8, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Lucy, football, etc.
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It strips regulators of tools to stop discriminatory conduct on-the-job, putting a professional’s “right” to offend ahead of our right to safe, respectful care.
Alberta needs to ask whose freedom this really protects.
Alberta needs to ask whose freedom this really protects.
December 8, 2025 at 2:33 AM
It strips regulators of tools to stop discriminatory conduct on-the-job, putting a professional’s “right” to offend ahead of our right to safe, respectful care.
Alberta needs to ask whose freedom this really protects.
Alberta needs to ask whose freedom this really protects.
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Don't be fooled. Bill 13 (the Jordan Peterson law) isn’t about free speech or even off-duty conduct of professionals.
edmontonjournal.com/news/local-n...
edmontonjournal.com/news/local-n...
'Jordan Peterson law': Alberta seeks to protect professionals from discipline for off-duty conduct
The so-called Jordan Peterson law would restrict professional regulatory bodies from disciplining their members for off-duty conduct.
edmontonjournal.com
December 8, 2025 at 2:33 AM
Don't be fooled. Bill 13 (the Jordan Peterson law) isn’t about free speech or even off-duty conduct of professionals.
edmontonjournal.com/news/local-n...
edmontonjournal.com/news/local-n...
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People often ask: what can ordinary people do to stop populists like Trump and Smith from running roughshod over democratic norms?
Populists rely on the widespread perception that their actions are supported by "the majority" and "common people."
Anything that punctures that myth helps. +
Populists rely on the widespread perception that their actions are supported by "the majority" and "common people."
Anything that punctures that myth helps. +
December 7, 2025 at 9:58 PM
People often ask: what can ordinary people do to stop populists like Trump and Smith from running roughshod over democratic norms?
Populists rely on the widespread perception that their actions are supported by "the majority" and "common people."
Anything that punctures that myth helps. +
Populists rely on the widespread perception that their actions are supported by "the majority" and "common people."
Anything that punctures that myth helps. +
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Dr. Wesley nails it:
"If there’s a problem, it’s not that judges exist. It’s that populists don’t like being told “no.”"
We don't elect kings/queens.
The same system that gives power to Premiers gives it to our courts to protect us.
Democracy isn’t mob rule.
And the UCP don't like that. #ableg
"If there’s a problem, it’s not that judges exist. It’s that populists don’t like being told “no.”"
We don't elect kings/queens.
The same system that gives power to Premiers gives it to our courts to protect us.
Democracy isn’t mob rule.
And the UCP don't like that. #ableg
Danielle Smith's comments about the judiciary are among the most worrying things she's said about Alberta democracy.
Conservatives need to stand up to her. Now.
open.substack.com/pub/drjaredw...
Conservatives need to stand up to her. Now.
open.substack.com/pub/drjaredw...
December 7, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Dr. Wesley nails it:
"If there’s a problem, it’s not that judges exist. It’s that populists don’t like being told “no.”"
We don't elect kings/queens.
The same system that gives power to Premiers gives it to our courts to protect us.
Democracy isn’t mob rule.
And the UCP don't like that. #ableg
"If there’s a problem, it’s not that judges exist. It’s that populists don’t like being told “no.”"
We don't elect kings/queens.
The same system that gives power to Premiers gives it to our courts to protect us.
Democracy isn’t mob rule.
And the UCP don't like that. #ableg
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Years ago, I warned that Danielle Smith would run out of enemies in political realm and turn her sights on the courts.
Her latest attacks aren't some high-minded philosophical critique of judicial supremacy.
They're pure populist pablum, specially crafted to remove yet another check on her power.
Her latest attacks aren't some high-minded philosophical critique of judicial supremacy.
They're pure populist pablum, specially crafted to remove yet another check on her power.
December 7, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Years ago, I warned that Danielle Smith would run out of enemies in political realm and turn her sights on the courts.
Her latest attacks aren't some high-minded philosophical critique of judicial supremacy.
They're pure populist pablum, specially crafted to remove yet another check on her power.
Her latest attacks aren't some high-minded philosophical critique of judicial supremacy.
They're pure populist pablum, specially crafted to remove yet another check on her power.
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Democracy Under Attack: Smith Derides Judges as Mere "Gatekeepers"
More evidence that @abdaniellesmith, @Alberta_UCP are "ungoverning" Alberta.
Know who else "ungoverns"? Donald Trump.
#ableg #abpoli #cdnpoli
youtu.be/-R76y9OBOis
More evidence that @abdaniellesmith, @Alberta_UCP are "ungoverning" Alberta.
Know who else "ungoverns"? Donald Trump.
#ableg #abpoli #cdnpoli
youtu.be/-R76y9OBOis
Democracy Under Attack: Smith Derides Judges as Mere "Gatekeepers"
YouTube video by Energi Media
youtu.be
December 7, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Democracy Under Attack: Smith Derides Judges as Mere "Gatekeepers"
More evidence that @abdaniellesmith, @Alberta_UCP are "ungoverning" Alberta.
Know who else "ungoverns"? Donald Trump.
#ableg #abpoli #cdnpoli
youtu.be/-R76y9OBOis
More evidence that @abdaniellesmith, @Alberta_UCP are "ungoverning" Alberta.
Know who else "ungoverns"? Donald Trump.
#ableg #abpoli #cdnpoli
youtu.be/-R76y9OBOis
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It's pretty rich for a Conservative premier who is anything but conservative introducing a law to restrict what party brands others can use.
December 7, 2025 at 2:57 PM
It's pretty rich for a Conservative premier who is anything but conservative introducing a law to restrict what party brands others can use.
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"...the government’s increasingly strident moves to throttle opposition are only fueling the growing rage across the province."
open.substack.com/pub/dougfirb...
open.substack.com/pub/dougfirb...
Desperate Alberta UCP government turns to bully tactics
New bill adds novel twist to muzzling and manipulation of opposition
open.substack.com
December 7, 2025 at 4:09 PM
"...the government’s increasingly strident moves to throttle opposition are only fueling the growing rage across the province."
open.substack.com/pub/dougfirb...
open.substack.com/pub/dougfirb...
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Must read here for Albertans.
If you read nothing else I write, read this.
Canadians outside Alberta, pay particular attention. If Smith succeeds, she will infect other provinces with "ungoverning."
markhamhislop.substack.com/p/danielle-s...
Canadians outside Alberta, pay particular attention. If Smith succeeds, she will infect other provinces with "ungoverning."
markhamhislop.substack.com/p/danielle-s...
Danielle Smith is "Ungoverning" Alberta
And trying to break the very idea of Canada
markhamhislop.substack.com
December 7, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Must read here for Albertans.
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To view my today’s interview on CBC’s Rosemary Burton show, addressing Jason Kenney’s and Danielle Smith’s role in Alberta separatism, fast forward to 21:00 minutes on this link:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=QlMb...
#ableg #cdnpoli
www.youtube.com/watch?v=QlMb...
#ableg #cdnpoli
Rosemary Barton Live | Dec. 7, 2025
YouTube video by CBC News
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December 7, 2025 at 5:16 PM
To view my today’s interview on CBC’s Rosemary Burton show, addressing Jason Kenney’s and Danielle Smith’s role in Alberta separatism, fast forward to 21:00 minutes on this link:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=QlMb...
#ableg #cdnpoli
www.youtube.com/watch?v=QlMb...
#ableg #cdnpoli
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Danielle Smith's comments about the judiciary are among the most worrying things she's said about Alberta democracy.
Conservatives need to stand up to her. Now.
open.substack.com/pub/drjaredw...
Conservatives need to stand up to her. Now.
open.substack.com/pub/drjaredw...
December 7, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Danielle Smith's comments about the judiciary are among the most worrying things she's said about Alberta democracy.
Conservatives need to stand up to her. Now.
open.substack.com/pub/drjaredw...
Conservatives need to stand up to her. Now.
open.substack.com/pub/drjaredw...
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"The Canadian Bill of Rights (1960) was enacted by John Diefenbaker’s Progressive Conservative government, precisely so courts could refuse to apply laws that violated fundamental freedoms."
Danielle Smith's comments about the judiciary are among the most worrying things she's said about Alberta democracy.
Conservatives need to stand up to her. Now.
open.substack.com/pub/drjaredw...
Conservatives need to stand up to her. Now.
open.substack.com/pub/drjaredw...
December 7, 2025 at 5:55 PM
"The Canadian Bill of Rights (1960) was enacted by John Diefenbaker’s Progressive Conservative government, precisely so courts could refuse to apply laws that violated fundamental freedoms."
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Alberta separatists have no intention of paying attention to legal rulings or the supreme law of the land. albertapolitics.ca/2025/12/albe... #ableg #abpoli #cdnpoli
Alberta separatists have no intention of paying attention to legal rulings or the supreme law of the land - Alberta Politics
VANCOUVER – No sooner were Alberta separatists celebrating provincial Justice Minister Mickey Amerey’s secession-friendly Bill 14 for ending the court challenge that sought to block the Alberta Prospe...
albertapolitics.ca
December 7, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Alberta separatists have no intention of paying attention to legal rulings or the supreme law of the land. albertapolitics.ca/2025/12/albe... #ableg #abpoli #cdnpoli
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Real conservatives respect and defend courts
open.substack.com/pub/drjaredw...
open.substack.com/pub/drjaredw...
Real conservatives respect and defend courts
Danielle Smith does not, and that's democratically dangerous.
open.substack.com
December 7, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Real conservatives respect and defend courts
open.substack.com/pub/drjaredw...
open.substack.com/pub/drjaredw...
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This is among the most democratically dangerous things Danielle Smith has said.
She wants to remove all checks and balances on her power and projects herself as the embodiment of "the people."
We have left the realm of liberal democracy in this province.
She wants to remove all checks and balances on her power and projects herself as the embodiment of "the people."
We have left the realm of liberal democracy in this province.
December 7, 2025 at 12:05 AM
This is among the most democratically dangerous things Danielle Smith has said.
She wants to remove all checks and balances on her power and projects herself as the embodiment of "the people."
We have left the realm of liberal democracy in this province.
She wants to remove all checks and balances on her power and projects herself as the embodiment of "the people."
We have left the realm of liberal democracy in this province.
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One point not made, as far as I know, is that the Smith govt has invoked the notwithstanding clause, it said, to limit taxpayer exposure in the teacher's strike and the AIMco fiasco.
But yet the UCP want to spend billions of taxpayer dollars to clean up wells that the oil industry abandoned.
But yet the UCP want to spend billions of taxpayer dollars to clean up wells that the oil industry abandoned.
Excellent analysis here. More evidence that there has never been a government in Alberta like Danielle Smith's UCP.
I tallied the number of court cases or legal challenges Alberta’s government has recently stepped in to block or pre-empt. Was surprised how long the exercise took - they’re at like a one-per-week clip:
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
December 6, 2025 at 4:26 PM
One point not made, as far as I know, is that the Smith govt has invoked the notwithstanding clause, it said, to limit taxpayer exposure in the teacher's strike and the AIMco fiasco.
But yet the UCP want to spend billions of taxpayer dollars to clean up wells that the oil industry abandoned.
But yet the UCP want to spend billions of taxpayer dollars to clean up wells that the oil industry abandoned.