Laurie Birdsall
@renzie49.bsky.social
CMNT, Whitecaps, progressive politics
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Is PSG that good or is Inter that terrible?
May 31, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Is PSG that good or is Inter that terrible?
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Kenyan #journalist Alvin Kaunda was reporting live from Nairobi when a curious baby #elephant, Kindani, decided to join the broadcast. The playful elephant stuck her trunk in Alvin's mouth, making for a hilarious moment! A joyful reminder of wildlife's charm and the work of the Sheldrick Trust!
April 20, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Kenyan #journalist Alvin Kaunda was reporting live from Nairobi when a curious baby #elephant, Kindani, decided to join the broadcast. The playful elephant stuck her trunk in Alvin's mouth, making for a hilarious moment! A joyful reminder of wildlife's charm and the work of the Sheldrick Trust!
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As British soldiers were being evacuated from Dunkirk, the 1st Canadian Division was already in the UK as the only fully armed force to defend the shores.
This photo of Canadians in the Battle of Britain is displayed across from our parliament.
We fought fascism from day 1.
Don't fuck with us.
This photo of Canadians in the Battle of Britain is displayed across from our parliament.
We fought fascism from day 1.
Don't fuck with us.
April 16, 2025 at 11:40 PM
As British soldiers were being evacuated from Dunkirk, the 1st Canadian Division was already in the UK as the only fully armed force to defend the shores.
This photo of Canadians in the Battle of Britain is displayed across from our parliament.
We fought fascism from day 1.
Don't fuck with us.
This photo of Canadians in the Battle of Britain is displayed across from our parliament.
We fought fascism from day 1.
Don't fuck with us.
RFK has me worried. My dog had her vaccinations yesterday and our water has fluoride in it so now I have to check her hourly to see if she has become autistic.
April 17, 2025 at 8:44 PM
RFK has me worried. My dog had her vaccinations yesterday and our water has fluoride in it so now I have to check her hourly to see if she has become autistic.
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Pilot puts plane into a nosedive, pulls out at the last minute, saunters back into the cabin looking for high fives from the vomit covered passengers.
April 9, 2025 at 7:44 PM
Pilot puts plane into a nosedive, pulls out at the last minute, saunters back into the cabin looking for high fives from the vomit covered passengers.
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Thank you to whoever made this
April 3, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Thank you to whoever made this
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Premier Kinew sings for Ashlee. I am not crying, you’re crying. 😢
March 28, 2025 at 6:15 AM
Premier Kinew sings for Ashlee. I am not crying, you’re crying. 😢
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When Mike Myers wore his "Canada Is Not For Sale" t-shirt on SNL, he mouthed a secret code: "elbows up."
It's a reference to the great Gordie "Mr. Elbows" Howe who punished those that messed with his team.
You heard him Canada: elbows up.
If anyone asks why, tell them that Mike Myers sent you.
It's a reference to the great Gordie "Mr. Elbows" Howe who punished those that messed with his team.
You heard him Canada: elbows up.
If anyone asks why, tell them that Mike Myers sent you.
March 3, 2025 at 1:54 AM
When Mike Myers wore his "Canada Is Not For Sale" t-shirt on SNL, he mouthed a secret code: "elbows up."
It's a reference to the great Gordie "Mr. Elbows" Howe who punished those that messed with his team.
You heard him Canada: elbows up.
If anyone asks why, tell them that Mike Myers sent you.
It's a reference to the great Gordie "Mr. Elbows" Howe who punished those that messed with his team.
You heard him Canada: elbows up.
If anyone asks why, tell them that Mike Myers sent you.
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As of today, a new term has entered our language. A “rubio” is a spineless lump of nothing. Example: Don’t be such a rubio.
March 1, 2025 at 4:03 AM
As of today, a new term has entered our language. A “rubio” is a spineless lump of nothing. Example: Don’t be such a rubio.
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Wrote about my first few weeks in Southeast Asia!
Includes discussion of motorcycles dominating the road culture, of authentic vs. tourism travel, and other Serious and Important ideas.
oh also i got high for the first time
Includes discussion of motorcycles dominating the road culture, of authentic vs. tourism travel, and other Serious and Important ideas.
oh also i got high for the first time
52 Countries in 52 Weeks, Part 29: Southeast Asia (Part 1)
In Which I Hang Out With Elephants, Sleep In Treehouses, Be At Peace With Tourism, And Do Something Very British Columbian For The First Time
open.substack.com
February 12, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Wrote about my first few weeks in Southeast Asia!
Includes discussion of motorcycles dominating the road culture, of authentic vs. tourism travel, and other Serious and Important ideas.
oh also i got high for the first time
Includes discussion of motorcycles dominating the road culture, of authentic vs. tourism travel, and other Serious and Important ideas.
oh also i got high for the first time
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From my latest newsletter on Alberta's ludicrous COVID-19 "report".
January 30, 2025 at 6:08 PM
From my latest newsletter on Alberta's ludicrous COVID-19 "report".
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US tariffs prompt Canadians to stock up on smuggled handguns
US tariffs prompt Canadians to stock up on smuggled handguns
WINDSOR, ON - With president Donald Trump threatening to impose blanket 25% tariffs on all goods crossing into the United States, Canadian citizens are hurrying to stockpile illegal American handguns ...
www.thebeaverton.com
January 27, 2025 at 5:24 PM
US tariffs prompt Canadians to stock up on smuggled handguns
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I laid the wreathe for Canadians murdered by Nazis in the Abbaye d'Ardennes.
Our young lie in fields all over Europe.
They fought to free others from evil.
For Elon Musk to give the fascist salute and say it's time to "get over nazi guilt" - Fuck him.
And fuck those who say Canada should bend.
Our young lie in fields all over Europe.
They fought to free others from evil.
For Elon Musk to give the fascist salute and say it's time to "get over nazi guilt" - Fuck him.
And fuck those who say Canada should bend.
January 26, 2025 at 7:21 PM
I laid the wreathe for Canadians murdered by Nazis in the Abbaye d'Ardennes.
Our young lie in fields all over Europe.
They fought to free others from evil.
For Elon Musk to give the fascist salute and say it's time to "get over nazi guilt" - Fuck him.
And fuck those who say Canada should bend.
Our young lie in fields all over Europe.
They fought to free others from evil.
For Elon Musk to give the fascist salute and say it's time to "get over nazi guilt" - Fuck him.
And fuck those who say Canada should bend.
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If someone chooses to live in a smaller home in the inner city in part to avoid a long commute, they generally don’t pressure society to build them a bigger house with more stuff. So if you choose a bigger stuff-filled house in the suburbs, don’t expect society to build you a fast car commute.
January 27, 2025 at 4:45 AM
If someone chooses to live in a smaller home in the inner city in part to avoid a long commute, they generally don’t pressure society to build them a bigger house with more stuff. So if you choose a bigger stuff-filled house in the suburbs, don’t expect society to build you a fast car commute.
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The EU is demanding answers from Elon Musk over political interference by the X algorithm.
Canada needs to take steps to prevent Musk from interfering in our election.
Contact Elections Canada and demand an investigation:
stephane.Perrault@elections.ca
www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
Canada needs to take steps to prevent Musk from interfering in our election.
Contact Elections Canada and demand an investigation:
stephane.Perrault@elections.ca
www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
EU asks X for internal documents about algorithms as it steps up investigation
Musk’s company has been accused of manipulating systems to give far-right posts and politicians greater visibility
www.theguardian.com
January 25, 2025 at 2:02 PM
The EU is demanding answers from Elon Musk over political interference by the X algorithm.
Canada needs to take steps to prevent Musk from interfering in our election.
Contact Elections Canada and demand an investigation:
stephane.Perrault@elections.ca
www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
Canada needs to take steps to prevent Musk from interfering in our election.
Contact Elections Canada and demand an investigation:
stephane.Perrault@elections.ca
www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
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Doug Ford gets second hat to clarify that he is still for sale
Doug Ford gets second hat to clarify that he is still for sale
QUEEN'S PARK – Soon after debuting his “Canada Is Not For Sale” hat, Ontario Premier Doug Ford was spotted wearing a second hat to clarify that he is still very much for sale.
www.thebeaverton.com
January 26, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Doug Ford gets second hat to clarify that he is still for sale
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I realize now that I have a “trade deficit” with the store across the street. I walked over and bought a jug of milk. The store is abusing me and I’m tired of subsidizing it by buying something at a fair price that I want. I’m going to apply a tariff that will raise the future price of milk for me.
January 24, 2025 at 3:50 AM
I realize now that I have a “trade deficit” with the store across the street. I walked over and bought a jug of milk. The store is abusing me and I’m tired of subsidizing it by buying something at a fair price that I want. I’m going to apply a tariff that will raise the future price of milk for me.
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Seriously, everyone needs to watch this, and share it with anyone still confused. Then realize that THIS IS WHAT TRUMP IS ABOUT TO START A HUGE TRADE WAR OVER WITH USA’s CLOSEST ALLY, hugely hurting both countries, either because he doesn’t understand this, or he does but doesn’t care.
IMPORTANT: If you live in the United States or Canada, you’ve probably heard Trump‘s constant claim that the United States is “subsidizing” Canada. It’s wrong of course, but here’s the best explanation I’ve seen about how & why it’s wrong. PLEASE WATCH & SHARE IT A LOT. Kudos to Andrew Chang & CBC.
Is Trump right about the U.S. 'subsidizing' Canada? | About That
YouTube video by CBC News
youtu.be
January 16, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Seriously, everyone needs to watch this, and share it with anyone still confused. Then realize that THIS IS WHAT TRUMP IS ABOUT TO START A HUGE TRADE WAR OVER WITH USA’s CLOSEST ALLY, hugely hurting both countries, either because he doesn’t understand this, or he does but doesn’t care.
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I think people who are concerned about the social and political "consequences" of Michelle Obama skipping the inauguration don't know enough working class families and where this ranks on their list of concerns.
January 15, 2025 at 10:53 PM
I think people who are concerned about the social and political "consequences" of Michelle Obama skipping the inauguration don't know enough working class families and where this ranks on their list of concerns.
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Wrote about my time in China and Taiwan, and the weird mix of feelings of getting to appreciate a place that is so big and important and beautiful and interesting while also being aware of all the other important stuff
open.substack.com/pub/justinmc...
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52 Countries in 52 Weeks, Part 26: China & Taiwan
In Which I Visit A Big, Beautiful, Important Country And Love Lots Of It, So Long As I Don’t Think About Where I Went Before And After
open.substack.com
January 15, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Wrote about my time in China and Taiwan, and the weird mix of feelings of getting to appreciate a place that is so big and important and beautiful and interesting while also being aware of all the other important stuff
open.substack.com/pub/justinmc...
open.substack.com/pub/justinmc...
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I’m old enough to remember when FFOTUS claimed that Sen. Elizabeth Warren was only “1000/24th” Native American
www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article...
www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article...
January 14, 2025 at 10:08 PM
I’m old enough to remember when FFOTUS claimed that Sen. Elizabeth Warren was only “1000/24th” Native American
www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article...
www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article...