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Liberal

The Liberal Party of Canada is the oldest and longest-serving political party in Canada. The party has dominated federal politics for much of Canada’s history, holding power for almost 69 years in the 20th century—more than any other party in a developed country—and as a result, it is sometimes referred to as Canada’s "natural governing party". The principles of the party are based on liberalism as defined by various liberal theorists and include individual freedom for present and future generations, responsibility, human dignity, a just society, political…  

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 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

Can a political party truly satisfy both right and left-wing voters, and what compromises would they likely have to make?

 @9RBG9DHfrom Quebec  answered…9mos9MO

Yes, we need a socially progressive yet financially tough party.

 @9RC33TXfrom Ontario  answered…9mos9MO

No, you can't please everything. You can be both fiscally responsible and socially intelligent, but the Liberal party is not doing it well.

 @9RMF7WQCommunistfrom Ontario  commented…8mos8MO

This should be liberals position, yet they seem to want to maintain the status quo instead of fight to stay in power with strong policies. Now that folks feel secure enough to leave Liberal behind and vote more left, they need to try to win over the moderates who were once conservative voters.

 @9RBSLYF from Nova Scotia  answered…9mos9MO

I think trying to satisfy both sides is what ends up neutering our policy. Ultimately I think experts should be relied on more for policy writing and it should be less idealogical influence on how our policies are written.

 @9RBRB8FNew Democraticfrom New Brunswick  answered…9mos9MO

Needs to be able to meet in the middle, but there is a large subsection of the citizenship that's more interested in misinfo and lies then facts.

  @Daboss2o1Conservative from Alberta  disagreed…2yrs2Y

But what about the West? Trudeau only cares about the East and himself. He went on vacation to another country and he said for the countries to stay home during Covid!

 @9LFRBR5from Nova Scotia  disagreed…12mos12MO

Yeah but your worng he went to japan

Source:?

I made it up

 @ISIDEWITHasked…7mos7MO

What are your thoughts on the legalization of same-sex marriage and its impact on societal values?

 @9TV56S7Liberalfrom Alberta  answered…7mos7MO

it is completely natural. same-sex marriage should be allowed because these people can not control the way they are it has been proven by many different science programs that being a gay individual is natural and that it is developed within the brain from a young age as well as the fact that this is an occurrence in nature as well.

 @9TV6C9WLiberalfrom Kuala Lumpur  answered…7mos7MO

It's good, people should get to love whoever without consequences.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

Reflect on the role cultural diversity plays in your community; do you see it as a strength, challenge, or both?

 @9RHCG7Vfrom Ontario  answered…9mos9MO

More of strength then a challenge as for a long time and still now Canada is viewed as a multicultural hub for people of all walks of life. Therefore, if a liberal means it reflects the role that diversity plays in your community that is a good thing

 @9RHQQ4Tfrom Prince Edward Island  answered…9mos9MO

Cultural diversity is fantastic. Learning from other cultures is a great thing that makes you appreciate different walks of life and view points. Unless you are indigenous when you live in Canada you are an immigrant or descendent of one and all cultures should be shared and appreciated

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

What does equality of opportunity mean to you, and how can it be achieved in education and employment?

 @9RBSLYF from Nova Scotia  answered…9mos9MO

It means acknowledging that different people have different opportunities depending on their socio-economic background. It also relates to cyclical poverty, and acknowledging that sometimes individuals need a way to break this cycle externally, and social programs can possibly offer that.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…7mos7MO

How do you feel about a government prioritizing economic growth over environmental protection, and can there be a balance?

 @9TMG6DRfrom Ontario  answered…7mos7MO

I think that we can make a balance once we solve our national housing crisis.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

Discuss the impact of balancing budgets on social programs; can it be done without significant harm to vulnerable populations?

 @9RC7956from Nova Scotia  answered…9mos9MO

Raise taxes on the upper echelon of society, capital gains, and institute an automation tax to compensate for loss of jobs to the encroaching use of AI. Reduce corporate welfare and stop propping up industrial plants that can’t compete on the economy to save a hundred jobs here and there for a photo op.

Taxing wisely and spending carefully isn’t an impossibility.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

In what ways can younger generations be encouraged to participate in politics and champion liberal values?

 @9RBPNXJfrom Alberta  answered…9mos9MO

Get them into housing, young people are being shut out of housing. Tackle AirBnB, and tax second and third homes, the fact rents are always higher than the same unit's mortgage price is keeping people locked out of the housing market.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

Considering the importance of national unity, what steps can individuals take to contribute towards this goal?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…7mos7MO

Have you or someone you know experienced the benefits or drawbacks of social program cuts firsthand?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…7mos7MO

What does 'human dignity' mean to you in the context of today's society, and how do you see it being upheld or violated?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

How would you describe a just society, and do you think our current system aligns with that vision?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…7mos7MO

In your opinion, can a political party govern effectively if it tries to cater to both conservative and progressive ideals?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…7mos7MO

How does the idea of a 'big tent' political party challenge or support your personal political beliefs?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…7mos7MO

Discuss the importance of multilateralism in global politics; how does working with other countries benefit or hinder national interests?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…7mos7MO

Reflect on your personal experience with cultural diversity; has it influenced your views on immigration and multicultural policies?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…7mos7MO

How does the promise of 'equality of opportunity' resonate with your personal aspirations or challenges?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

With the rise of digital spaces, how should political freedom and responsibility be balanced online?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…7mos7MO

In the age of global communication, how do you view the role of national unity and identity?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

How important is bilingualism in today’s globalized world, and should it be encouraged beyond Canada's borders?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

How does the concept of individual freedom impact your day-to-day life, and where do you see its limits?

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 @ISIDEWITH submitted…5mos5MO

Gallup Poll Bombshell: Over Half of Ukrainians Ready for Peace

More than half of Ukrainians want talks to end the war with Russia, according to the latest Gallup polls released on Tuesday, the war’s 1,000th day. The surveys, conducted in August and October, found that 52 percent of Ukrainians want their nation to negotiate an end to the war in Eastern Europe that has been raging for over two-and-half years. Almost four in 10 Ukrainians, 38 percent, want their military to keep fighting until it wins the war. Some 9 percent did not know or refused to share their opinion on the matter. The outlook of the Ukrainians is different from the period when the invasion began in February 2022. Just months after Russia’s invasion kicked off, around 73 percent of Ukrainians wanted to keep fighting. The support for continued fighting dropped among Ukrainians in 2023 when 63 percent wanted the conflict to continue while 27 percent preferred a negotiated peace, according to the survey. The poll comes as Ukraine fired U.S.-made long-range missiles inside Russia for the first time since the restriction was reportedly lifted by the Biden administration. On the same day, Russian President Vladimir Putin lowered the threshold for the use of nuclear weapons. The support for continuing the war has dropped among Ukrainians across the country, dipping to below 50 percent throughout the nation this year, Gallup noted. The biggest declines were in regions that are far from the front lines. Over half of Ukrainians, 52 percent, agree that Kyiv should be open to making some territorial concessions as part of a cease-fire, according to the poll. Around 38 percent disagreed while another 10 percent did not know.

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