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Robyn
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CCRN, lover of all things science.
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Our very deepest condolences to this child’s family and loved ones. Those of us who have been working for clean air in NB for years are indignant on your behalf. This horrific outcome is the scenario we have been fighting to prevent. These words are not enough.
March 27, 2025 at 1:39 AM
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Disinformation threatens democracy, IT'S OFFICIAL
"A healthy democracy is characterized by a vibrant and diverse range of voices and groups, engaged in a constant process of deliberation, discussion, negotiation and compromise. Because of this characteristic, democracy requires a civic setting in which people can freely express their ideas. To create such a setting, democracy relies on values and principles such as the equality of individuals and respect for others, as well as consideration for the diversity of opinions and beliefs. It requires social and political institutions that encourage the participation of all. By fostering distrust, creating division and preventing compromise, disinformation threatens this fundamental feature of democracy. The evidence reveals that foreign interference comes in a variety of forms, and that the means deployed are evolving. Some actors still use traditional methods, but many are now attempting to interfere in our democracy by engaging in disinformation on social networks. While allegations of interference involving elected officials have dominated public and media discourse, the reality is that misinformation and disinformation pose an even greater threat to democracy. Some spread disinformation about candidates and elected officials who express views that diverge from their own interests. Their goal is to try and prevent these candidates from getting elected, and to affect policy choices and positions. Disinformation can sometimes be directed at a political party as a whole, as appears to have been the case in 2021 when the Conservative Party of Canada, under the leadership of Erin O'Toole, was the target of a disinformation campaign (though the evidence could not establish a definitive link to the People's Republic of China)."
January 28, 2025 at 4:36 PM
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October 10, 2023 at 3:59 PM
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They wanted people to stop taking pics like this
A fire from a hazardous waste disposal site, with a large amount of smoke.
October 10, 2023 at 3:58 PM
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I love it so much! It's a very hard read at times but I think everyone should have to read it
August 19, 2023 at 12:58 PM