Nor is black, or brown, or Asian. Or any other ethnicity.
They took a distinct issue and bolted it onto the pre-existing LGBT framework, like some backwards inclusivity trophy that has no positive practical effect.
I’m brown. I’m also LGBT. And I can say with absolute confidence that they are two completely different categories.
You cannot simply smash them together for political points. One is about race, ethnicity, and ancestry. The other is about sexuality and gender.
The suffering of Indigenous women in Canada is tragic and so very underreported.
That’s what makes it all the more vital to bring awareness and attention to the issue SPECIFICALLY. Not to dilute the original focus and reduce overall visibility for the Indigenous cause.
In this, Indigenous people are merely an addendum in the pantheon of letters rather than its own distinct issue.
It’s not meaningful inclusion.
And if they actually cared about LGBT issues and the plight of the Indigenous people, they’d be able to see how an alphabet soup acronym does nothing good.”
“Across the country, at least ten states, including Washington, are now exploring or have already passed an exit or wealth tax to combat revenue losses from residents fleeing to lower tax areas”
“More to the point: The release accompanying the report noted that during 2025, CMS “ended…[subsidies] or coverage for nearly 1.5 million people found to be either ineligible for financial assistance, or enrolled without their authorization.”
Translation: Eliminating the 1.5 million fraudulent people who enrolled in 2025 means that coverage numbers may have actually increased compared to last year’s open enrollment period. Or, to put it another way, Democrats who complain about “coverage losses” this year are really complaining that the Trump Administration cracked down on fraud and ineligible enrollees on the Exchanges.”
“The “DIGNIDAD” Amnesty act will create up to THREE processing centers in Central and South America that will be used to pre-screen foreign nationals for “family reunification”.
In other words, our tax dollars will fund and expedite chain migration.”
“On her most recent approval numbers, @GovernorVA says “If everybody hated me, why is everybody putting my face on their mailers” for the redistricting referendum.”
“For many of the folks that you see taking up oxygen on the other side of the aisle, in particular, it’s not in pursuit of a rational goal. It’s actually an addiction.” —Representative Sarah McBride on the reality TV nature of U.S. politics.”
I know what it is like to feel the need to leave the Democrat party. We did not run to the Republican party. We had a lot of company.
I agree with Cheryl about President Trump’s audience not being just citizens. There is a whole world listening, especially whoever is now leading in Iran. I agree with HRW about the crass use of language. It shows the downward trajectory of our society. That is going on in both parties and is sad and pathetic.
I can only hope that those listening in Iran know Trump is a president who follows through. I don’t doubt that those in charge don’t mind being martyrs and they sure don’t mind that others are killed from what we see. I pray for God’s people there and the innocent.
I pray we start electing better statesmen and women and I pray for all in office to have a fear of God the beginning of wisdom and that they look to God for wisdom. The citizens, themselves, however, have to also have that to vote with wisdom. Heart change is the most important thing and that only comes when we turn to Christ and allow the Holy Spirit to lead and teach us.
He was ‘competent’ enough to acquire a murder weapon.
He was ‘competent’ enough to slice a girls throat in an instant.
He was ‘competent’ enough to immediately brag about murdering “that white girl.”
This animal was ‘competent’ enough to stand trial for 14 (!!!!) previous violent offenses and be set free.
But now that he’s facing the death penalty he’s miraculously ‘incompetent’ and cannot be judged.
My blood is boiling.Impeach and punish the corrupt judges who allowed this violent repeat offender to be free to kill Iryna.
Federal charges better stick and deliver the death penalty to this monster, who was caught on camera committing racial hate murder. Make it a public execution.
End this madness. We cannot share a society with these people. Kill evil.”
While I agree with what you wrote Kathaleena, I fear we are beyond much of that at this point.
On so many of the things you mentioned, those Genies won’t go back in the bottle.
This is the new norm.
I understand, in my own way, how she must feel. When I became a believer and quit drinking because the Lord convicted me, my so called friends gave me the cold shoulder and the “good riddance” stuff too. I was of no use to them. It’s startling, and a wake up call.
While I appreciate and respect the lady’s decision, she clearly sees as well that the Dem party won’t be changing back, and that truth be told, they no longer want principled traditionalists, especially the Christian type.
And truth be told, the Rs don’t seem to have much use for such people either, unless it’s election time.
Pray, play the hand we’re dealt, and hang on, because I don’t see it improving.
Yeah — adding MMIW to the LGBQT…….etc label is bizarre. Our current Liberal PM is a “fiscal conservative” ie neo-liberal economists. His economic policies would fit in well with Reagan. He reflects the Liberal party’s tendency to be fiscally conservative and socially liberal — an identity which suits most Canadians and explains the party’s success. I’m sure Carney just ignores the social liberals as he focuses on finance and trade.
Do I really need to explain NATO again?? It’s a defensive alliance. Attacking Iran is an offensive war, NATO doesn’t apply here. You can’t start a war, realise you bit off more than you could chew, and then cry for help. 9/11 was considered an attack on an NATO nation and thus NATO responded with an invasion of Afghanistan. The invasion of Iraq in 2003 was a war of choice hence Bush needed to assemble a coalition of the willing prior to starting the war. Trump should’ve followed Bush’s example if he wanted help.
Btw the US bases in Germany is quite important for the US military, in terms of power projection, logistics and health care. Despite not joining the coalition of the willing, bases in Germany probably saved American lives providing first world health care only a few hours away from Iraq not too mention the logistic support it gave. For a current example, the aircraft carrier Gerald Ford docked in Split, Croatia for repairs. Without NATO it would’ve had to go all the way back to the US. If the US wants to continue to meddle in foreign wars, it needs its European bases.
kathaleena — the article raises an interesting question – Can a religious person participate in politics? Politics are about what is possible and the art of compromise. Can a religious person do that or want to do that?
In Europe, most Protestants avoided politics until after WW2 when they formed Christian Democrat parties as an alternative to Communist/Socialist parties and acted more as a centrist party. In the US South some white evangelicals were involved as a reaction to desegregation but mass active participation didn’t start until the Carter/Reagan years. Black Christians and Catholics were always involved but mostly as Democrats.
At some point the need for compromise presents a moral dilemma — do you work with people who have different principles than you in terms of abortion, marriage etc. Or do you work with people who have different beliefs in terms of welfare, health, refugees etc. Catholics have generally worked with Liberals here and Democrats in the US because of their social polices — health care, refugees, etc but tried to work against the pro choice message with limited success (they won the moral argument but not the legal argumetn) For American evangelicals its more about do they continue to support leaders who’s behaviour is obviously non-Christian in order to “win” the Supreme Court among other issues. Thirty years ago evangelicals were the moral high ground against a compromised Clinton yet today they support an even more compromised Trump. Have they compromised too much for the “win”?
In any case, its not my dilemma but it is interesting to watch.
Not only can Christians participate in politics, I think our system of government calls for us to do so. It was started with mostly Christians and also ministers. Of course, there has to be compromise with our system. We are often voting for the lesser of two evils, although some opt for hoping they can bring in a new party. Yes, it is interesting to watch. I know who wins ultimately which helps.
Wandering Views 
“Canada is cooked”
https://x.com/i/status/2042071143532966387
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“MMIWG2SLGBTQQIA+”
The Canadian government just dropped this absolute monstrosity
(and no, it isn’t satire).”
https://x.com/i/status/2042038086742225012
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“Indigenous” isn’t a sexual or gender identity.
Nor is black, or brown, or Asian. Or any other ethnicity.
They took a distinct issue and bolted it onto the pre-existing LGBT framework, like some backwards inclusivity trophy that has no positive practical effect.
I’m brown. I’m also LGBT. And I can say with absolute confidence that they are two completely different categories.
You cannot simply smash them together for political points. One is about race, ethnicity, and ancestry. The other is about sexuality and gender.
The suffering of Indigenous women in Canada is tragic and so very underreported.
That’s what makes it all the more vital to bring awareness and attention to the issue SPECIFICALLY. Not to dilute the original focus and reduce overall visibility for the Indigenous cause.
In this, Indigenous people are merely an addendum in the pantheon of letters rather than its own distinct issue.
It’s not meaningful inclusion.
And if they actually cared about LGBT issues and the plight of the Indigenous people, they’d be able to see how an alphabet soup acronym does nothing good.”
https://x.com/i/status/2042092838414897240
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Why do better when you can just be bigger leeches…
https://x.com/i/status/2041848645444596206
“Across the country, at least ten states, including Washington, are now exploring or have already passed an exit or wealth tax to combat revenue losses from residents fleeing to lower tax areas”
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“The Real Reason Obamacare Enrollment Is Down Is Thanks To Trump’s Fraud Crackdown”
https://x.com/i/status/2042227277677965352
https://thefederalist.com/2026/04/09/the-real-reason-obamacare-enrollement-is-down-is-thanks-to-trumps-fraud-crackdown/
“More to the point: The release accompanying the report noted that during 2025, CMS “ended…[subsidies] or coverage for nearly 1.5 million people found to be either ineligible for financial assistance, or enrolled without their authorization.”
Translation: Eliminating the 1.5 million fraudulent people who enrolled in 2025 means that coverage numbers may have actually increased compared to last year’s open enrollment period. Or, to put it another way, Democrats who complain about “coverage losses” this year are really complaining that the Trump Administration cracked down on fraud and ineligible enrollees on the Exchanges.”
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More on the RINO/DEM latest amnesty for criminal invaders attempt.
https://x.com/i/status/2042011063894614162
“The “DIGNIDAD” Amnesty act will create up to THREE processing centers in Central and South America that will be used to pre-screen foreign nationals for “family reunification”.
In other words, our tax dollars will fund and expedite chain migration.”
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About time they police their own.
Leave the joke that is NATO for the same reasons. Save billions.
https://x.com/i/status/2041937448587162033
“BREAKING: 100,000 U.S. troops and $60 billion a year defending Europe — and zero help on Hormuz.
Time to bring them home.
No more free rides.”
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#USELESSTHUNE
https://x.com/i/status/2042219727720747362
“These 4 States Already Enacted SAVE Act Look-Alikes While John Thune Does Failure Theater”
https://thefederalist.com/2026/04/09/these-4-states-already-enacted-save-act-look-alikes-while-john-thune-does-failure-theater/
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Ummmm…
Shouldn’t a CIA plant be smarter than this?
https://x.com/i/status/2041933173118964188
“On her most recent approval numbers, @GovernorVA says “If everybody hated me, why is everybody putting my face on their mailers” for the redistricting referendum.”
https://x.com/i/status/2041944114762015092
Above is a sample. It’s clearly not a compliment.
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As we’ve been telling them for years…
https://x.com/i/status/2042244890663252145
“Translated: President Trump and his administration enforced the law.
As it turns out, most people don’t have viable asylum claims. 🤷♂️
They might want to be here. They might have more crime back home. They might want to earn more money. But none of that qualifies.”
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Self awareness level….0
https://x.com/i/status/2042002171210715318
“Yes yes the man in a dress makes an excellent point about politicians being fake and performative”
https://x.com/i/status/2041953472392679783
“For many of the folks that you see taking up oxygen on the other side of the aisle, in particular, it’s not in pursuit of a rational goal. It’s actually an addiction.” —Representative Sarah McBride on the reality TV nature of U.S. politics.”
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A Christian Democrat’s hard decision | WORLD
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Thanks for that Kathaleena.
She’s a brave lady.
Aj
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I know what it is like to feel the need to leave the Democrat party. We did not run to the Republican party. We had a lot of company.
I agree with Cheryl about President Trump’s audience not being just citizens. There is a whole world listening, especially whoever is now leading in Iran. I agree with HRW about the crass use of language. It shows the downward trajectory of our society. That is going on in both parties and is sad and pathetic.
I can only hope that those listening in Iran know Trump is a president who follows through. I don’t doubt that those in charge don’t mind being martyrs and they sure don’t mind that others are killed from what we see. I pray for God’s people there and the innocent.
I pray we start electing better statesmen and women and I pray for all in office to have a fear of God the beginning of wisdom and that they look to God for wisdom. The citizens, themselves, however, have to also have that to vote with wisdom. Heart change is the most important thing and that only comes when we turn to Christ and allow the Holy Spirit to lead and teach us.
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These things keep happening because we don’t impeach activist judges. And innocents suffer over and over again for their failures.
https://x.com/i/status/2042234605751738398
“This animal was ‘competent’ enough to vote.
He was ‘competent’ enough to get welfare.
He was ‘competent’ enough to get public housing.
He was ‘competent’ enough to get EBT.
He was ‘competent’ enough to get free bus rides.
He was ‘competent’ enough to acquire a murder weapon.
He was ‘competent’ enough to slice a girls throat in an instant.
He was ‘competent’ enough to immediately brag about murdering “that white girl.”
This animal was ‘competent’ enough to stand trial for 14 (!!!!) previous violent offenses and be set free.
But now that he’s facing the death penalty he’s miraculously ‘incompetent’ and cannot be judged.
My blood is boiling.Impeach and punish the corrupt judges who allowed this violent repeat offender to be free to kill Iryna.
Federal charges better stick and deliver the death penalty to this monster, who was caught on camera committing racial hate murder. Make it a public execution.
End this madness. We cannot share a society with these people. Kill evil.”
LikeLiked by 1 person
While I agree with what you wrote Kathaleena, I fear we are beyond much of that at this point.
On so many of the things you mentioned, those Genies won’t go back in the bottle.
This is the new norm.
I understand, in my own way, how she must feel. When I became a believer and quit drinking because the Lord convicted me, my so called friends gave me the cold shoulder and the “good riddance” stuff too. I was of no use to them. It’s startling, and a wake up call.
While I appreciate and respect the lady’s decision, she clearly sees as well that the Dem party won’t be changing back, and that truth be told, they no longer want principled traditionalists, especially the Christian type.
And truth be told, the Rs don’t seem to have much use for such people either, unless it’s election time.
Pray, play the hand we’re dealt, and hang on, because I don’t see it improving.
Aj
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Yeah — adding MMIW to the LGBQT…….etc label is bizarre. Our current Liberal PM is a “fiscal conservative” ie neo-liberal economists. His economic policies would fit in well with Reagan. He reflects the Liberal party’s tendency to be fiscally conservative and socially liberal — an identity which suits most Canadians and explains the party’s success. I’m sure Carney just ignores the social liberals as he focuses on finance and trade.
Do I really need to explain NATO again?? It’s a defensive alliance. Attacking Iran is an offensive war, NATO doesn’t apply here. You can’t start a war, realise you bit off more than you could chew, and then cry for help. 9/11 was considered an attack on an NATO nation and thus NATO responded with an invasion of Afghanistan. The invasion of Iraq in 2003 was a war of choice hence Bush needed to assemble a coalition of the willing prior to starting the war. Trump should’ve followed Bush’s example if he wanted help.
Btw the US bases in Germany is quite important for the US military, in terms of power projection, logistics and health care. Despite not joining the coalition of the willing, bases in Germany probably saved American lives providing first world health care only a few hours away from Iraq not too mention the logistic support it gave. For a current example, the aircraft carrier Gerald Ford docked in Split, Croatia for repairs. Without NATO it would’ve had to go all the way back to the US. If the US wants to continue to meddle in foreign wars, it needs its European bases.
hrw.
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kathaleena — the article raises an interesting question – Can a religious person participate in politics? Politics are about what is possible and the art of compromise. Can a religious person do that or want to do that?
In Europe, most Protestants avoided politics until after WW2 when they formed Christian Democrat parties as an alternative to Communist/Socialist parties and acted more as a centrist party. In the US South some white evangelicals were involved as a reaction to desegregation but mass active participation didn’t start until the Carter/Reagan years. Black Christians and Catholics were always involved but mostly as Democrats.
At some point the need for compromise presents a moral dilemma — do you work with people who have different principles than you in terms of abortion, marriage etc. Or do you work with people who have different beliefs in terms of welfare, health, refugees etc. Catholics have generally worked with Liberals here and Democrats in the US because of their social polices — health care, refugees, etc but tried to work against the pro choice message with limited success (they won the moral argument but not the legal argumetn) For American evangelicals its more about do they continue to support leaders who’s behaviour is obviously non-Christian in order to “win” the Supreme Court among other issues. Thirty years ago evangelicals were the moral high ground against a compromised Clinton yet today they support an even more compromised Trump. Have they compromised too much for the “win”?
In any case, its not my dilemma but it is interesting to watch.
hrw
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Not only can Christians participate in politics, I think our system of government calls for us to do so. It was started with mostly Christians and also ministers. Of course, there has to be compromise with our system. We are often voting for the lesser of two evils, although some opt for hoping they can bring in a new party. Yes, it is interesting to watch. I know who wins ultimately which helps.
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