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Canada | 1 partner, 2 kids, 3 cats | 35+| progressive | staying informed
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ICE are alllll over Harlem right now, 116 & Frederick Douglass, checking IDs and targeting the area’s African community. Multiple people have been detained.

Community members are advising folks to carry citizenship documents - or stay away if they are at risk
January 28, 2026 at 5:48 PM
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Here’s where Canadians are travelling as they continue to avoid the U.S. #Canada #Travel

Great info and breakdown graphs in this article.

www.ctvnews.ca/canada/artic...
Here’s where Canadians are travelling as they continue to avoid the U.S.
As relations between Canada and the U.S. continue to sour over issues like the border, trade and sovereignty, Canadians are increasingly choosing to travel within their own country.
www.ctvnews.ca
January 28, 2026 at 5:10 PM
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Thank you, Mr. President.
January 28, 2026 at 12:05 PM
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More and more Americans are voicing their outrage at the tactics being deployed by federal agents in Minnesota. But it’s important to understand the broader implications of what this administration is doing, and the threat it poses to the basic freedoms of every American.
January 28, 2026 at 3:02 PM
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A retired Minneapolis couple who had guns pointed at them by ICE in a church parking lot.

"They were obviously not trained at all. I've known many police officers in my life. These people were right off the streets."

"They had the professional demeanor of criminals."

ht: @paulgraham.bsky.social
January 28, 2026 at 7:09 PM
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I made a promise to Alex’s parents to continue to tell his story.

An ICU nurse at the VA, an outdoorsman, a deeply generous, compassionate friend and family member, and a true son of Minnesota. Rest in peace, Alex.
January 28, 2026 at 3:43 PM
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Canada will never be the 51st state, nor will it ever be a sidekick (i.e. a vassal) to the United States. Keep that in mind if you’re thinking of voting for the Conservatives.
January 28, 2026 at 6:32 PM
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Province of Canada website announced they are releasing the Olympic Fleece that was worn in the Heated Rivalry - Crave original show #Canada

provinceofcanada.com?srsltid=AfmB...
Province of Canada – Made in Canada
Province of Canada. Honestly made, in Canada. Where made in Canada clothing and home goods hang out. The made in Canada lifestyle brand. Made in Canada Toques, T-Shirts, Sweaters, Crewnecks, Hoodies, ...
provinceofcanada.com
January 28, 2026 at 7:29 PM
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UNBELIEVABLE: The U.S. threatened military action if Canada refused to buy F‑35s. This isn’t diplomacy it’s straight-up bullying.

Canada said no, refusing deeper dependence on US weapons, software, and political leverage.

#CanadaStrong #F35s
#USDemocracy
#Pinks

open.substack.com/pub/deanblun...
BREAKING: US Threatens to Use Military Force Against Canada
US Ambassador To Canada Just Threatened To Attack Canada For The Last Time
open.substack.com
January 28, 2026 at 7:43 PM
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Looking for a tangible way to fight back against the separatists right now?

Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation has stepped up to be the pointy end of the legal spear, but those battles aren’t free.

You can help them fight back for all of us!

#abpoli #cdnpoli

www.gofundme.com/f/sturgeon-l...
Donate to Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation Lawsuit & Injunction, organized by Deanna Kappo
Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation is a First Nation in Treaty No. 8 territory. The… Deanna Kappo needs your support for Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation Lawsuit & Injunction
www.gofundme.com
January 26, 2026 at 7:03 PM
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It’s not every day that Justices offer up a free remedial lesson in governance and law in a public open letter.

But in Danielle Smiths Alberta, where she has said she wants to control and influence the courts, it’s today.

#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli
January 28, 2026 at 12:47 AM
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I’m ok. I’m a survivor so this small agitator isn’t going to intimidate me from doing my work.

I don’t let bullies win.

Grateful to my incredible constituents who rallied behind me. Minnesota strong.
January 28, 2026 at 2:26 AM
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I wrote this song on Saturday, recorded it yesterday and released it to you today in response to the state terror being visited on the city of Minneapolis. It’s dedicated to the people of Minneapolis, our innocent immigrant neighbors and in memory of Alex Pretti and Renee Good.

Stay free
Bruce Springsteen - Streets Of Minneapolis (Official Audio)
YouTube video by Bruce Springsteen
youtu.be
January 28, 2026 at 5:02 PM