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Controversy Swirls Around Prime Minister Trudeau's Senate Appointment of Charles Adler

The appointment of broadcaster Charles Adler to the Canadian Senate by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has sparked a wave of controversy and criticism. The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs expressed being 'offended and disappointed' by the decision, highlighting a disconnect with Indigenous communities. Senator Don Plett, along with other members of the Liberal party in Manitoba, voiced surprise and confusion over the choice, indicating a rare instance of internal party disagreement over a Senate appointment. Adler himself has attempted to downplay the criticism, but the backlash continues, with calls for the decision to be reversed. This controversy underscores the complexities and potential pitfalls of political appointments in Canada's parliamentary system.

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 @MackerelBuck_944Progressivefrom British Columbia  commented…8mos8MO

I'm really dismayed by Trudeau's appointment of Charles Adler to the Senate, especially given the strong pushback from Indigenous communities and even members of his own party. It seems like a missed opportunity to strengthen ties and make a more inclusive choice that reflects the diverse voices of Canada.

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Criticism ‘nothing new’: Adler amid Senate controversy

https://winnipegfreepress.com

Broadcaster Charles Adler appeared to brush aside criticism of his Senate appointment and past comments Tuesday, while First Nations leaders repeated their call for Ottawa to reverse the decision.

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Senator Plett "perplexed" by appointment of Charles Adler to Senate

https://steinbachonline.com

Steinbach Senator Don Plett says clearly, he was surprised to learn that Charles Adler was named to the Senate. Adler, who spent decades hosting talk-radio shows, was named to the Senate on the weekend by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and will represent...

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AMC ‘offended and disappointed’ by appointment of Manitoba’s Charles Adler to Senate

https://aptnnews.ca

The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs says its 'offended and disappointed that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau appointed Charles Adler to the Senate.

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Imagine you're the Prime Minister: would you appoint a friend or a critic to a position of power, and why?

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Do you think personal qualifications or community representation is more important in political appointments?

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How would you feel if a government leader's appointment didn't reflect the desires or needs of your community?

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