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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Hey Fred, Doug Ford is on line 3. Thanks @mattjelly.bsky.social for the info.

Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

This Spec op-ed may read like satire, but it’s not. The Chair of the Board of Elders of the Philpott Memorial Church suggests principles are situational. And rules that grow out of them should bend to the needs of entertainment parking? Not convinced that’s what Jesus would want us to do.

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Meanwhile over on FB Hamilton East Stoney Creek PC candidate Jeff Beattie proves he missed the workshop on judgement. ampaign signs stored at a building owned by a developer.

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

For those who go on about Hamilton’s “left wing” Council.

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

A well written op-ed in today’s Hamilton Spectator that articulates how careful we need to be when making decisions that may have unintended consequences, not to mention sending very mixed messages. The HPL situation is so much more complex than can be addressed simply by “carding”

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

The best political cartoons tell a complex story in a single image. This one by Graeme MacKay in today’s Hamilton Spectator does just that.

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Steve Kulakowsky and Dave Sauve of Core Urban continue to make this city better. Their attention to detail is unequaled in this city. Look at the materials being used on the old Copley building on York Blvd! This kind of attention to detail doesn’t come cheap, but it will stand the test of time.

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Having watched Hamilton Police Board meetings, author Randy Kay is absolutely correct in his very well written assessment and in his concerns. Thanks to The Hamilton Spectator for publishing it.

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

Thanks to Kojo Damptey for his op ed in today’s Hamilton Spectator about the Mayor’s decision to step away from the Hamilton Police Service Board.

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

The timelines and sequence of events raise concerns about how the Hamilton Police Service handles legitimate complaints of racism. The article suggests the HPS knew there was a problem, yet it appears months passed before any action was taken. Time to speak up Frank Bergen.

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

Horwath tells The Hamilton Spectator "I want to make sure that if I'm going to be on the board of directors of an organization that I'm able to give it the time, the thoughtfulness, the preparation, the engagement that it deserves. I have not been able to do that from Day 1.” We already knew that.

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 27/09/2025

I had lunch on Friday afternoon in downtown Hamilton with my good friend Laura Babcock at The French. An absolutely beautiful afternoon. Lots of pedestrians. Blue skies. Good food. Good friendship. Yes, we have our challenges downtown, but in no way am I giving up on the place I call home.

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

This resignation comes just ahead of discussions around the annual $245m budget. Apart from the fact the Mayor doesn’t have a good attendance record at the Board, I don’t get it. She sits on the fewest number of committees of any Council member. Scheduling conflicts are within her control. #HamOnt

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

This is what happens when you schedule meetings with almost no notice or planning. I hope the Mayor isn’t going to be making decisions about the budget for our downtown based on feedback from 7 people. And this was the scheduling conflict for yesterday’s police board meeting. 😐 #HamOnt

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

So Mayor Horwath resigns from the Hamilton Police Service Board just as the 2026 police budget gets reviewed at the HPS Board meetings. She couldn’t even bother to show up,in person at yesterday’s HPS Board meeting to do so.

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

But I don’t see you at today’s GIC meeting if Council, so the Deputy Mayor is running the meeting. Why? One is a PR visit, the other is where the work gets done.

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 31/08/2025

Some food for thought, even from Google AI.

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

Thanks Cameron Kroetsch for this. I’m glad to see the work done by CHH, its Board, and staff have resulted in this action, despite CN Rail slowing everything down. Finally we’ll have a cleared site ready for redevelopment. And more homes.

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Grant LaFleche @grantrants.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

Interestingly, the post Greco made calling for a military coup was made in response to a post by Tom Quiggin, a key figure during the Ottawa occupation and former national intelligence analyst. You can read about him in this story I wrote for the Star at the time: www.thestar.com/news/canada/...

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Security expert. Mountie. Soldier: Meet three men working with the ‘Freedom convoy’

One wrote a fictional novel, depicting the death of the prime minister

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

Chief Bergen needs to ensure this ‘investigation’ happens quickly and he needs to make a public statement as Chief ASAP now and after the investigation. Enough with the faceless media releases. IMO Bergen hides when there’s an HPS problem, but loves a photo op when he’s got a point he wants to make.

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 02/08/2025

There are many more questions about how and why this deal went down, but I hope this offers some further insight on my thoughts about the downtown entertainment precinct. A deal with this level of impact has to work for everyone who calls our downtown home. #HamOnt www.thespec.com/opinion/cont...

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Downtown entertainment district project must lift everyone in our community

In the past, some on council have been far too accommodating to those promising downtown projects.

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

This was a big week for new pedestrian safety infrastructure in Ward 2. Motions to spend more than $3m for these improvements were approved at Public Works on Monday. Here’s an example of one improvement that’s coming next year. #HamOnt

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 26/07/2025

I wonder if,after 37 years in the same seat, Ward 6 Councillor Tom Jackson might want to read this article? IMO, it isn’t about whether or not you can get reelected, it’s about creating room for others to try making a difference.

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

Thanks for making a difference Councillor, just like you said you would. Rare for a politician to provide a detailed platform. Or to remind us annually of those commitments. Rarer still for a politician to make it happen. Lots more to do, & big challenges ahead, but I’m impressed with progress

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Cameron Kroetsch @cameronkroetsch.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

I think the "downtown" area suggested includes Ward 2 and parts of Wards 1 and 3, which is where the 53,000 figure comes from. The density in Ward 2 also accounts for some of this. Despite that, the number of shootings this year so far is 22.

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 19/07/2025

Thanks to Hamilton Spectator for a story on the facts and feelings about downtown (and citywide) safety. As someone who lives downtown, be wary of those who push a fear mongering narrative. It’s an urban environment, for sure, but it’s hardly the hellscape some are pushing. Again, IMO.

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

Love these updates. They all add up. Thanks Councillor.

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

Wow, look at that headline Andrew!

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

Happy to see this coverage in @hamiltonspectator.bsky.social regarding @cameronkroetsch.bsky.social vindication and reappointment to the Hamilton Police Service Board.

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 14/07/2025

I watched enough HPS Board meetings in 2024 to see just how bad the Board conducted itself. I’m pleased to see the OCPC investigator saw what I saw and ruled to reinstate my Councillor Cameron Kroetsch. I’m very glad his voice has returned to the Hamilton Police Service Board. He has been missed.

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

Why is @AndreaHorwath taking sole credit for this? What happened to Team Hamilton? I assumed Council members on the CityHousing Hamilton Board would also be involved. Hamilton’s Jamesville site may finally see housing after years of gridlock youtu.be/PBoPaYzCAME?si… via @YouTube

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Hamilton’s Jamesville site may finally see housing after years of gridlock

YouTube video by CHCH News

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 28/06/2025

Always worth remembering. Progress has been made in my lifetime, yet the struggle continues. From today’s Globe & Mail.

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

Glad to see more transparency & accountability on the Police Service Board. They’re supposed to provide oversight on behalf of the public, not be glorified rubber stampers. Why is it Councillors who complain most about increased taxes ask the fewest questions about $250 million annual HPS budget?

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

Glad to see some light being shed on the Hamilton Police Services Board and their refusal to even discuss member Anjali Menezes motion regarding Charter violations by police officers and the Board’s subsequent and confusing responses. Thanks to @hamiltonspectator.bsky.social

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

Thanks Cameron for letting us know. I’m astounded that this ‘investigation’ took 15 months to complete. Having watched lots of HPS Board meetings, I’m not in the least bit surprised the OCPC exonerated you and reinstated you. I, for one, have missed your voice.

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 07/06/2025

This is a very good change IMO. Having community expertise at the table participating in public health decisions is definitely an improvement over just Councillors making those decisions, regardless of what Dr. Tom Jackson says about the change. He can still sit on the Board.

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Graham Crawford @grahamcrawford.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

Thanks to Steve Buist for today’s The Hamilton Spectator editorial about the HPS Board’s irresponsible actions. I hope Andrea Horwath is paying attention. You know, the Mayor who tells us she wants greater transparency and accountability in government. Please show up and vote next time Andrea.

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