Dawn Alene
@dawnalene.bsky.social
American Expat living in beautiful British Columbia. I’m pragmatic and believe in reciprocity
Bodily autonomy is a basic right. Live and let live
Feminist
Mother
Ally
Everything is political
eclectic empath
free floater
awkward outlier
Bodily autonomy is a basic right. Live and let live
Feminist
Mother
Ally
Everything is political
eclectic empath
free floater
awkward outlier
Pinned
Dawn Alene
@dawnalene.bsky.social
· Nov 21
Women felt empowered by #MeToo so instead of evolving and learning to respect boundaries bro culture surged and retaliated. Do I have this right? They couldn’t not rape, control and brutalize? Women lost reproductive rights within this Broligarchy. The real or perceived loss of control scared them.
He is bananas
There ya go, folks. The self-proclaimed Genius just explained that we can get rid of our trade deficit if we all just stop eating bananas.
It’s so simple. Why didn’t anyone think of that??
Come on, be a patriot — ditch the bananas! 🍌
It’s so simple. Why didn’t anyone think of that??
Come on, be a patriot — ditch the bananas! 🍌
September 18, 2026 at 2:36 PM
He is bananas
Reposted by Dawn Alene
This is the part many Americans -- including the Bezosites at the Washington Post -- don't understand. Canadians don't see this just as a Trump thing. It's that America elected him twice, and the second time with an even bigger mandate.
The problem we're addressing is America, not Trump.
The problem we're addressing is America, not Trump.
"Out of spite for President Donald Trump, Carney is accelerating the decoupling of a trade bloc that has generated enormous prosperity for North America." Seriously, Wapo editorial - you're going with Canadian spite? www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/202...
Opinion | Canada’s great European misadventure
Donald Trump is for now. A Brussels bureaucrat is forever.
www.washingtonpost.com
September 17, 2026 at 2:43 PM
This is the part many Americans -- including the Bezosites at the Washington Post -- don't understand. Canadians don't see this just as a Trump thing. It's that America elected him twice, and the second time with an even bigger mandate.
The problem we're addressing is America, not Trump.
The problem we're addressing is America, not Trump.
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... Until Bush-v-Gore, Electoral College seemed a curlicue. Now it is how past two GOP prez took office.
3) Trump's ascent in 2016 was a disaster—and also a *fluke*. If, for instance, James Comey thought he might possibly win, he would have kept his damned "but her emails!" thoughts to himself.
3) Trump's ascent in 2016 was a disaster—and also a *fluke*. If, for instance, James Comey thought he might possibly win, he would have kept his damned "but her emails!" thoughts to himself.
September 18, 2026 at 1:25 AM
... Until Bush-v-Gore, Electoral College seemed a curlicue. Now it is how past two GOP prez took office.
3) Trump's ascent in 2016 was a disaster—and also a *fluke*. If, for instance, James Comey thought he might possibly win, he would have kept his damned "but her emails!" thoughts to himself.
3) Trump's ascent in 2016 was a disaster—and also a *fluke*. If, for instance, James Comey thought he might possibly win, he would have kept his damned "but her emails!" thoughts to himself.
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... Also written a zillion times: Only a country with as much going for it as the US — scale, resources, location, *neighbors*—could have survived with this system.
2) Worth recalling: As of Nov 7 2000, *no living American* had experienced prez election in which popular-vote loser took office...
2) Worth recalling: As of Nov 7 2000, *no living American* had experienced prez election in which popular-vote loser took office...
September 18, 2026 at 1:23 AM
... Also written a zillion times: Only a country with as much going for it as the US — scale, resources, location, *neighbors*—could have survived with this system.
2) Worth recalling: As of Nov 7 2000, *no living American* had experienced prez election in which popular-vote loser took office...
2) Worth recalling: As of Nov 7 2000, *no living American* had experienced prez election in which popular-vote loser took office...
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His anti-science agenda is clear.
His lies are killing people.
His legacy is darkness.
👇
RFK Jr promises anti-vaxxers a ‘friend at the White House’ amid deadly measles outbreak www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
His lies are killing people.
His legacy is darkness.
👇
RFK Jr promises anti-vaxxers a ‘friend at the White House’ amid deadly measles outbreak www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
RFK Jr promises anti-vaxxers a ‘friend at the White House’ amid deadly measles outbreak
The US health secretary added that he would’ve made sweeping changes ‘on day one’ but he had to follow the law
www.theguardian.com
September 18, 2026 at 12:50 AM
His anti-science agenda is clear.
His lies are killing people.
His legacy is darkness.
👇
RFK Jr promises anti-vaxxers a ‘friend at the White House’ amid deadly measles outbreak www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
His lies are killing people.
His legacy is darkness.
👇
RFK Jr promises anti-vaxxers a ‘friend at the White House’ amid deadly measles outbreak www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
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The US already got a do over. A mulligan. A second chance.
Much of the world, especially US allies, were ready to write off Trump’s first term as a fluke.
The American people’s choice to put him back in power—as a convicted felon, after an openly bigoted, anti-democracy campaign—showed it was not.
Much of the world, especially US allies, were ready to write off Trump’s first term as a fluke.
The American people’s choice to put him back in power—as a convicted felon, after an openly bigoted, anti-democracy campaign—showed it was not.
This is the part many Americans -- including the Bezosites at the Washington Post -- don't understand. Canadians don't see this just as a Trump thing. It's that America elected him twice, and the second time with an even bigger mandate.
The problem we're addressing is America, not Trump.
The problem we're addressing is America, not Trump.
"Out of spite for President Donald Trump, Carney is accelerating the decoupling of a trade bloc that has generated enormous prosperity for North America." Seriously, Wapo editorial - you're going with Canadian spite? www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/202...
September 18, 2026 at 12:14 AM
The US already got a do over. A mulligan. A second chance.
Much of the world, especially US allies, were ready to write off Trump’s first term as a fluke.
The American people’s choice to put him back in power—as a convicted felon, after an openly bigoted, anti-democracy campaign—showed it was not.
Much of the world, especially US allies, were ready to write off Trump’s first term as a fluke.
The American people’s choice to put him back in power—as a convicted felon, after an openly bigoted, anti-democracy campaign—showed it was not.
Reposted by Dawn Alene
Vaccine "skeptics" aren't skeptics, they're deniers of well-understood, long- established science.
Just like #climate "skeptics" aren't skeptics, they're deniers of well-understood, long-established science.
And this crackpot caters to them.
Just like #climate "skeptics" aren't skeptics, they're deniers of well-understood, long-established science.
And this crackpot caters to them.
September 18, 2026 at 12:55 AM
Vaccine "skeptics" aren't skeptics, they're deniers of well-understood, long- established science.
Just like #climate "skeptics" aren't skeptics, they're deniers of well-understood, long-established science.
And this crackpot caters to them.
Just like #climate "skeptics" aren't skeptics, they're deniers of well-understood, long-established science.
And this crackpot caters to them.
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If prices seem to be going up by the minute, it’s because they often are. Lindsay Owens, President and CEO of the Groundwork Collaborative, is here looking at the ways tech is being weaponized against consumers’ budgets. New pod tomorrow! @lindsayowens.bsky.social
September 16, 2026 at 7:32 PM
If prices seem to be going up by the minute, it’s because they often are. Lindsay Owens, President and CEO of the Groundwork Collaborative, is here looking at the ways tech is being weaponized against consumers’ budgets. New pod tomorrow! @lindsayowens.bsky.social
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Gil McGowan: Premier Smith, Cancel Alberta's Separation Referendum Now!
"She called the referendum, she can cancel the referendum."
@ABFedLabour head says ABGov's own separation report says costs are WAAAAAY too high.
#ableg #abpolli
youtu.be/h8kJT4tujHs
"She called the referendum, she can cancel the referendum."
@ABFedLabour head says ABGov's own separation report says costs are WAAAAAY too high.
#ableg #abpolli
youtu.be/h8kJT4tujHs
Gil McGowan: Premier Smith, Cancel Alberta's Separation Referendum Now!
YouTube video by Energi Media
youtu.be
September 17, 2026 at 4:26 PM
Gil McGowan: Premier Smith, Cancel Alberta's Separation Referendum Now!
"She called the referendum, she can cancel the referendum."
@ABFedLabour head says ABGov's own separation report says costs are WAAAAAY too high.
#ableg #abpolli
youtu.be/h8kJT4tujHs
"She called the referendum, she can cancel the referendum."
@ABFedLabour head says ABGov's own separation report says costs are WAAAAAY too high.
#ableg #abpolli
youtu.be/h8kJT4tujHs
If another country’s leader feels threatened by this declaration it’s a hint
September 17, 2026 at 4:30 PM
If another country’s leader feels threatened by this declaration it’s a hint
Reposted by Dawn Alene
And why, exactly, is this news?
Remind me what office he is running for, what public position he holds, etc.
Remind me what office he is running for, what public position he holds, etc.
September 17, 2026 at 3:55 PM
And why, exactly, is this news?
Remind me what office he is running for, what public position he holds, etc.
Remind me what office he is running for, what public position he holds, etc.
Did anyone else watch this Taylor Sheridan fever dream episode and say wtaf?
September 17, 2026 at 4:06 PM
Did anyone else watch this Taylor Sheridan fever dream episode and say wtaf?
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I want to highlight segments of #MarkCarney ‘s speech at the EU today.
Apparently Carney wrote the speech. Which is not the case for most leaders. It can’t be described as anything but historic.
These clips are not necessarily in order.
This part was especially important & powerful. #cdnpoli
Apparently Carney wrote the speech. Which is not the case for most leaders. It can’t be described as anything but historic.
These clips are not necessarily in order.
This part was especially important & powerful. #cdnpoli
September 17, 2026 at 3:23 PM
I want to highlight segments of #MarkCarney ‘s speech at the EU today.
Apparently Carney wrote the speech. Which is not the case for most leaders. It can’t be described as anything but historic.
These clips are not necessarily in order.
This part was especially important & powerful. #cdnpoli
Apparently Carney wrote the speech. Which is not the case for most leaders. It can’t be described as anything but historic.
These clips are not necessarily in order.
This part was especially important & powerful. #cdnpoli
Reposted by Dawn Alene
Believe me when I tell you Mark Carney writes his own speeches. Today’s was a rhetorical work of art.
I want to highlight segments of #MarkCarney ‘s speech at the EU today.
Apparently Carney wrote the speech. Which is not the case for most leaders. It can’t be described as anything but historic.
These clips are not necessarily in order.
This part was especially important & powerful. #cdnpoli
Apparently Carney wrote the speech. Which is not the case for most leaders. It can’t be described as anything but historic.
These clips are not necessarily in order.
This part was especially important & powerful. #cdnpoli
September 17, 2026 at 3:41 PM
Believe me when I tell you Mark Carney writes his own speeches. Today’s was a rhetorical work of art.
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Carney takes aim at Trump. Societies are “being battered by new storms.”
"Economic integration is now being weaponised, tariffs being used to exert pressure.
"Financial mechanisms have been used for coercion. Supply chains constitute weak points to be exploited."
"Economic integration is now being weaponised, tariffs being used to exert pressure.
"Financial mechanisms have been used for coercion. Supply chains constitute weak points to be exploited."
September 17, 2026 at 10:25 AM
Carney takes aim at Trump. Societies are “being battered by new storms.”
"Economic integration is now being weaponised, tariffs being used to exert pressure.
"Financial mechanisms have been used for coercion. Supply chains constitute weak points to be exploited."
"Economic integration is now being weaponised, tariffs being used to exert pressure.
"Financial mechanisms have been used for coercion. Supply chains constitute weak points to be exploited."
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"We do not seek power to dominate others. On the contrary, we are pursuing resilience so that no one can control our open markets, impair our sovereignty, threaten our territorial integrity or undermine our freedoms, our democracies, our rule of law." PM Carney.
Carney says Europe, Canada aren't 'fair-weather allies' while rebuking Trump's tactics | CBC News
Prime Minister Mark Carney says a "deeper partnership" between Canada and Europe is necessary to hedge against great powers encroaching on the sovereignty of smaller nations.
www.cbc.ca
September 17, 2026 at 3:11 PM
"We do not seek power to dominate others. On the contrary, we are pursuing resilience so that no one can control our open markets, impair our sovereignty, threaten our territorial integrity or undermine our freedoms, our democracies, our rule of law." PM Carney.
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🇪🇺 In the State of the European Union debate, Parliament Members and Commission President Ursula von der Leyen tackled the EU’s most immediate challenges.
From 📈 boosting the Single Market, 🛡️ strengthening security to 🌤️ climate, 🤖 AI and 📱 social media.
From 📈 boosting the Single Market, 🛡️ strengthening security to 🌤️ climate, 🤖 AI and 📱 social media.
September 16, 2026 at 4:52 PM
🇪🇺 In the State of the European Union debate, Parliament Members and Commission President Ursula von der Leyen tackled the EU’s most immediate challenges.
From 📈 boosting the Single Market, 🛡️ strengthening security to 🌤️ climate, 🤖 AI and 📱 social media.
From 📈 boosting the Single Market, 🛡️ strengthening security to 🌤️ climate, 🤖 AI and 📱 social media.
When he treats US citizens like this why would neighbouring (and allied) countries) ever take his word at face value?
Trump: "We spent more than $2 billion in FEMA funding. You're waiting for some additional funding. I'm gonna get that to you. Now if Michael loses, I'm not sending it."
Crowd: *groans*
Crowd: *groans*
September 17, 2026 at 3:32 PM
When he treats US citizens like this why would neighbouring (and allied) countries) ever take his word at face value?
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In the midst of a storm, Canada and the EU can anchor our ground.
September 17, 2026 at 3:18 PM
In the midst of a storm, Canada and the EU can anchor our ground.
You think Trump’s mad now — just wait
Dude, you’re getting a Nobel (Peace Prize)!
Dude, You're Getting a Dell!
ALT: Dude, You're Getting a Dell!
static.klipy.com
September 17, 2026 at 3:09 PM
You think Trump’s mad now — just wait
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Siegbert Droese, a Member of the European Parliament (MEP) from the populist right-wing Europe of Sovereign Nations Group.
The outburst was met with groans and booing from other lawmakers in the chamber
The outburst was met with groans and booing from other lawmakers in the chamber
September 17, 2026 at 2:55 PM
Siegbert Droese, a Member of the European Parliament (MEP) from the populist right-wing Europe of Sovereign Nations Group.
The outburst was met with groans and booing from other lawmakers in the chamber
The outburst was met with groans and booing from other lawmakers in the chamber
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How is it the good guys are so much better looking than the bad guys? 🇨🇦🇫🇷🇺🇦🤣
September 16, 2026 at 10:40 PM
How is it the good guys are so much better looking than the bad guys? 🇨🇦🇫🇷🇺🇦🤣
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Great speech by Mark Carney!
I’ve asked my students to watch it for discussion next week. I’m so pleased for them, honestly. It’s an optimistic, forward-looking, and principled vision of the world that has been sorely lacking for years. I hope they take inspiration from it.
I’ve asked my students to watch it for discussion next week. I’m so pleased for them, honestly. It’s an optimistic, forward-looking, and principled vision of the world that has been sorely lacking for years. I hope they take inspiration from it.
Another moment in history that is changing the way the world views Canada. My Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney speaking to the EU Parliament.
"Canada and Europe are each strong. Europe and Canada are stronger together."
Here is his full speech:
"Canada and Europe are each strong. Europe and Canada are stronger together."
Here is his full speech:
PM Mark Carney addresses European Parliament – September 17, 2026
YouTube video by cpac
www.youtube.com
September 17, 2026 at 2:39 PM
Great speech by Mark Carney!
I’ve asked my students to watch it for discussion next week. I’m so pleased for them, honestly. It’s an optimistic, forward-looking, and principled vision of the world that has been sorely lacking for years. I hope they take inspiration from it.
I’ve asked my students to watch it for discussion next week. I’m so pleased for them, honestly. It’s an optimistic, forward-looking, and principled vision of the world that has been sorely lacking for years. I hope they take inspiration from it.
Who yelled out “USA USA” in the Euro Parliament right before PM Carney’s speech?
I just woke up and am watching his speech
I just woke up and am watching his speech
September 17, 2026 at 2:43 PM
Who yelled out “USA USA” in the Euro Parliament right before PM Carney’s speech?
I just woke up and am watching his speech
I just woke up and am watching his speech