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@ResoluteVoter from Pennsylvania submitted…15hrs15H

Russia Unleashes Nuclear-Capable Missile In Attack On Ukraine

Russia fired an intercontinental ballistic missile during an attack on the Ukrainian city of Dnipro on Thursday, Kyiv's air force said, in what would be the first use in war of a weapon designed to deliver long-distance nuclear strikes.The launch, if confirmed, highlights rapidly rising tensions…

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@YouTubePolitics submitted…9hrs9H

Feds propose 5 per cent tax break for two months starting Dec. 14

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@CamelJoe_174from Saskatchewan commented…9hrs9H

Feds propose 5 per cent tax break for two months starting Dec. 14

This isn’t generosity; it’s desperation. After years of reckless spending and tax hikes, now they want to throw crumbs and expect applause? Canadians deserve le…

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@9ZQGWWRfrom Ontario agreed…32mins32m

Are you in favor of decriminalizing drug use?

The "No" Argument: The Risks of Legalization and Decriminalization Public Health Concerns: While drug legalization might reduce incarceration rates, it could a…

@9ZQGWWRfrom Ontario disagreed…32mins32m

Are you in favor of decriminalizing drug use?

The "Yes" position on drug policy often advocates for legalization or decriminalization of drugs, typically based on arguments about personal freedom, harm redu…

@9ZQV8FWfrom Ontario answered…2hrs2H

Should the government ban its citizens from using cross-border payment methods (like crypto) to send money to relatives in OFAC sanctioned countries (Palestine,…

Yes but the there should be a policing system that heavily monitors transfer activity that tracks funds

@9ZQV5PZfrom Ontario answered…2hrs2H

Should the government increase or decrease foreign aid spending?

Increase, but Canada should be more careful with how it coordinates that spending so as to achieve better outcomes

@9ZQV5PZfrom Ontario answered…2hrs2H

Should the government increase or decrease military spending?

Increase, as long as the investments in military spending demonstrate a pathway to civilian products or civilian benefit (e.g., GPS)

@9ZQV5PZfrom Ontario answered…2hrs2H

Should immigrants from high risk countries be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?

Yes, but "high risk" should be used sparingly so as to avoid exhausting border control and immigration officers with overwork and over-vigilance

@9ZQV5PZfrom Ontario answered…2hrs2H

Should the government enact a stricter immigration policy?

No, as the immigration itself is not at issue, but the government must ensure the barriers for immigrants to find work in their relevant fields is easier - doct…

@9ZQV5PZfrom Ontario answered…2hrs2H

Should the government require tech companies to provide backdoor access to encrypted communications for national security purposes?

No, since backdoors can always be exploited by bad actors, but technology companies must be held in contempt of justice if they refuse to provide information in…

@9ZQV5PZfrom Ontario answered…2hrs2H

Should the government allow the commercialization of lab-grown meat?

Yes, as long as there is both wide agreement amongst independent research and health bodies that lab-grown meat is safe long-term for consumption and will reduc…

@9ZQV5PZfrom Ontario answered…2hrs2H

Should all public buses and trains run on electric power?

Yes, but with a strong focus on battery-less solutions - overhead wire and third rail solutions are more than sufficient with good planning and reduced interfer…

@9ZQV5PZfrom Ontario answered…2hrs2H

Should the government increase spending on public transportation?

#1 Engaged Public Transportation

Yes, but the government should also do some retrospectives and preventative measures on reducing the cost per kilometre of track or new service

@9ZQV5PZfrom Ontario answered…2hrs2H

Should the government subsidize the building of 1.4 million new homes over the next four years?

Yes, although the government should also consider using its powers to create mixed-zoning areas (e.g., blending commercial spaces into residential zones) and re…

@9ZQV5PZfrom Ontario answered…2hrs2H

Should foreigners be banned from buying homes in Canada for 2 years?

Yes, and purchase of Canadian real estate should permanently be limited to permanent residents and citizens of Canada

@9ZQRDT3 answered…5hrs5H

Should the government require all new cars to be electric or hybrid by a certain date?

The government should invest more money on public transport. Forcing people to transit is not the solution, instead, they have to use their vehicles a responsib…

@9ZQRBHRfrom Ontario answered…6hrs6H

Should the government increase or decrease foreign aid spending?

Decrease until we reduce our national budget deficit, and Deng and to countries that harbor or promote terrorism.

@9ZQRBHRfrom Ontario answered…6hrs6H

Should cities open drug “safe havens” where people who are addicted to illegal drugs can use them under the supervision of medical professionals?

Decent short term solution to prevent overdose deaths, but we should be more focused on long term rehabilitation.

@9ZPX698from Ontario answered…9hrs9H

Should there be more restrictions on the current process of purchasing a gun?

#1 Engaged Gun Control

Yes, ban all guns from public use except for single shot or bolt action hunting rifles for the use in the northern regions as self defense against wildlife and…

@9ZQKX83from Ontario disagreed…9hrs9H

Should the government enact a stricter immigration policy?

No, accept anyone who's not a violent criminal

it overlooks the complexity of immigration policy and the potential economic, social, and security challenges that can arise from overly lenient or indiscrimina…

@9ZQKVCFfrom Ontario answered…9hrs9H

Should the government require tech companies to provide backdoor access to encrypted communications for national security purposes?

Only in the moment where it is needed should backdoor access be granted; if there is no current national security concern backdoor access should not be given as…

@9ZQKVCFfrom Ontario answered…9hrs9H

Are you in favor of decriminalizing drug use?

No, but reduce the penalty for drug use to a notable extent, and increase funding for addiction prevention and rehabilitation. I do think that some drugs could…

@9ZQKVCFfrom Ontario answered…9hrs9H

Should prisoners serving life sentences for first degree murder be eligible for a parole hearing after 15 years?

If they have shown to change or feel remorse/guilt, with a strict psychological evaluation proving they are no longer a threat to society they should be eligibl…

@9ZQKVCFfrom Ontario answered…9hrs9H

Should the government increase or decrease military spending?

Only if there is sufficient funds to do so, not compromising other things that may be important, such as healthcare and other things of major value.

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