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Brian Mason

@grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social
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Retired pol. Former Edmonton City Councilor, Alberta NDP MLA and Minister. Still fighting the good fight. #elbowsup

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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 04/04/2026
Eby has to be one of the clumsiest politicians I have ever observed.
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 04/04/2026
Occasionally. In my experience there are some smart folk amoung the "talent".
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
Headline writers are often the stupidest people in journalism.
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
I'm still there. I use it mostly for information - there are a number of economic and geo-political accounts I follow. It's really doom scrolling I guess, but there you go. This place is lighter.
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Just out of curiosity, did you give up on Threads?
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
It was inspiring! 😜
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
My former MP, Richard Cannings, is interviewed about Avi Lewis becoming the next leader of the NDP. www.pentictonherald.ca/news/article...
pentictonherald.ca
Cannings voices support for new federal NDP leader
Retired MP Richard Cannings was happy to see the NDP rally so strongly in favour of the new leader, Avi Lewis.
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Yeah, you can count on Congress.
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
...Contrast this to the extremely positive reaction of Premier Wab Kinew, who went up on stage to congratulate Lewis for his win. It goes without saying that Kinew is both extremely popular and the most successful NDP politician in Canada. There is a reason for that, and we just saw it here.
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
...Contrast this to the extremely positive reaction of Premier Wab Kinew, who went up on stage to congratulate Lewis for his win. It goes without saying that Kinew is both extremely popular and the most successful NDP politician in Canada. There is a reason for that, and we just saw it here.
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
...making it impossible to refute it in the future, even when circumstances may change. Instead of distancing themselves, they have created a permanent line of attack from Premiers Smith and Moe.../
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
What is disappointing is the reaction of the leaders of the Alberta and Saskatchewan NDP. While I get that they want to distance themselves from Lewis's position on oil and gas, they've made a major political error. They have confirmed the central line of attack of their conservative opponents.../
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
And I love all the Liberals and Conservatives telling us we've made a big mistake. I always take my advice from them.
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Right wing premiers of course. www.westernstandard.news/news/theyre-... and Scott Moe
westernstandard.news
'THEY'RE PRETTY COMMUNIST': Smith warns Avi Lewis-led NDP threatens Alberta oil and gas
Premier Danielle Smith has raised concerns over the direction of the federal NDP following Sunday’s election of Avi Lewis as its new leader, arguing the party’s policies could have significant implica...
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
A quick review of who is freaked out by Avi Lewis's win tells me a lot about its significance. Corporate media first of all, starting with Don Braid (Calgary Herald) red baiting hysteria. calgaryherald.com/opinion/colu... .../2
calgaryherald.com
Braid: Under new leader Avi Lewis, federal NDP looks more communist than social democratic
Avi Lewis takes the federal NDP far to the left — so far that it looks communist rather than social democratic, writes columnist Don Braid.
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
www.hilltimes.com/2026/04/01/e...
hilltimes.com
Establishment enmity could be a good omen for the NDP’s Lewis - The Hill Times
The mocking responses of the Establishment to Avi Lewis’ win belie their divorce from the realities of Canadians not in their socioeconomic class.
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Erica Ifill @wickdchiq.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
“The collective crash-out of the Canadian political and news media establishment over Avi Lewis’ March 29 win in the NDP leadership race is giving me life.” www.hilltimes.com/2026/04/01/e...
hilltimes.com
Establishment enmity could be a good omen for the NDP’s Lewis - The Hill Times
The mocking responses of the Establishment to Avi Lewis’ win belie their divorce from the realities of Canadians not in their socioeconomic class.
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
thetyee.ca/Opinion/2026...
thetyee.ca
Alberta’s Panicked Media Warn the Communists Are at the Gate | The Tyee
The victory of Avi Lewis sparks a wild bout of red-baiting.
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
www.nationalobserver.com/newsletters/...
nationalobserver.com
The Alberta NDP needs a real energy policy
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
He's a conservative academic. What are you these days btw, Shannon? Maybe reflect yourself. Time to relinquish the thirst for vengeance for the decision of the NDP membership to refer the "Leap Manifesto" to riding associations for further study - in 2016! Now is the time to strive for unity.
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🔫🎃Scott Martian Invaders 🎃🛼 @youcaughtscott.com · 27/03/2026
NEW: David Atkin at Global News reported massive and devastating funding cuts to multiple government agencies, including the CRA and Via Rail Inc. Few other outlets picked up on it. But once Canada hit the 2% GDP NATO target, big news outlets amped coverage and heaped praise on Carney. My latest:
readthecatch.ca
Public Cuts Funded NATO Target, News Praised It Anyway
Widespread reporting on NATO spending but not of federal reductions
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True Oak @trueoak.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
They know who is to blame! 🙄 #ABpoli
Two guys sitting at a bar, one in a blue shirt and the other with a blue hat with the Alberta shield.  One. Says "DANI SAID
SHE'D BALANCE THE BUDGET, INSTEAD SHE'S PUT US IN DEBT."
The other says "SHE SAID SHE'D FIX HEALTHCARE, BUT, INSTEAD, SHE'S MADE IT WORSE"
First says "SHE PROMISED
NO TAX INCREASES BUT, INSTEAD, INCREASED PROPERTY TAXES."
Second says "SAY! HAS SHE BEEN
- PLAYIN' US FOR FOOLS ALL ALONG?"
First concludes "NAW, IT'S TRUDEAU'S FAULT!"
Second says "EFFIN' TRUDEAU!"
Bar server thinks “AND THEY WERE SO CLOSE TO JOINING THE REAL WORLD.”
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Mother Jones @motherjones.com · 01/03/2026
As the death toll reportedly rises in Iran and violence spreads through the Middle East, people around the world are responding to the war launched Saturday by the United States and Israel.
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Photos: The world responds to war
Scenes of confusion, fear, celebration, destruction, and protest.
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Kelly Miller @sqirlgirly.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
Danielle Smith (2024)
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 22/02/2026
www.youtube.com/watch?v=cskL...
youtube.com
Cats Vs Laser Pointer (2) | 4K
YouTube video by Tom and Mimi
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 22/02/2026
www.youtube.com/watch?v=cskL...
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Cats Vs Laser Pointer (2) | 4K
YouTube video by Tom and Mimi
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
Danielle Smith's 9 referendum questions are a laser pointer for conservative cats.
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
I agree completely.
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Dave Cournoyer 🇨🇦 @daveberta.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
🇨🇦 I usually avoid speaking at partisan events but this issue is too important to turn down the opportunity. I’m joining Edmonton Strathcona MP Heather McPherson, Chief Sheldon Sunshine, and Ricardo Acuna on Sunday, February 15 for an online discussion about Alberta’s role in Canada.
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Janet 🇨🇦 @jansplanet.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
We stand with Minnesota ✊❤️ Selling armoured vehicles to ICE isn't Canada Strong. @mark-carney.bsky.social @anitaoakvilleeast.bsky.social STOP the sale of Canadian arms to ICE and #CloseTheLoopholes! act.gp/4jY60a0 @greenpeaceca.bsky.social
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No more armoured vehicles for ICE!
Sign the petition to demand Canada stop exporting military equipment fuelling human rights abuses.
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Bruce Springsteen @brucespringsteen.net · 28/01/2026
I wrote this song on Saturday, recorded it yesterday and released it to you today in response to the state terror being visited on the city of Minneapolis. It’s dedicated to the people of Minneapolis, our innocent immigrant neighbors and in memory of Alex Pretti and Renee Good. Stay free
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Bruce Springsteen - Streets Of Minneapolis (Official Audio)
YouTube video by Bruce Springsteen
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Timothy Caulfield @caulfieldtim.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Anti-science BS a feature of fascism. Let’s keep fighting for the light. 💪
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
I love cooking shows, but hated Ramsey from the start. "A bully in the kitchen."
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
It shouldn't require pharmaceuticals. 🤩
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 10/08/2025
Yes, thanks. I do miss Alberta politics a bit. I can't believe how bad Smith and her gang are.
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 10/08/2025
And I always enjoyed your play-by-play on social media.
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 10/08/2025
Thanks Thomas for doing this. Best of luck! (and I wasn't really THAT hard on you)
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 31/07/2025
They are experiencing a genocide. Your conditions are absurd. You are complicit. Stop sending arms to Israel, hypocrite!
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 31/07/2025
Most Gazans will be dead by then. You are complicit.
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Trisha Estabrooks @trishaestabrooks.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
📣 Endorsement! 📣 I am truly thankful and humbled to have Brian Mason’s endorsement! "I know a lot about battling far right Conservatives: if you want to stop the Poilievre Conservatives in Edmonton Centre, Trisha Estabrooks is the candidate to do it… @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social
Graphic photo of Trisha and Brian with his quote
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 06/02/2025
@nenshi is spot on. It's time to drop the gloves on this corrupt UCP government!
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
Take Back Alberta cheated in the last election on behalf of Danielle Smith and the UCP. What was their connection? What did Danielle Smith know, and when did she know it?
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 01/02/2025
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Charlie Angus @charlieangus104.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
In the United States families are being terrorized and targeted. And yet this shitbird grifter thinks she can win the leadership of the Liberal party of Canada through such tactics. Ruby, I knew you back in the day. You had no moral compass then. Go back under your rock. Canada has moved on.
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Paulette Feeney ❌️👑 @pauletteparis1.bsky.social · 21/01/2025
You are here:
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
jacobin.com/2025/01/elit...
jacobin.com
Why Elites Love Identity Politics
The Democratic Party at every level spent years embracing identity politics that mostly served the interests of professionals, argues Catalyst editor Vivek Chibber. We need a return to class.
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 09/01/2025
"The Democrats have become the party of war." A provocative article in the Guardian. www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-i...
theguardian.com
Democrats have become the party of war. Americans are tired of it
In defending the militarist status quo, Democrats ceded the anti-war lane to Republicans. As they enter the political wilderness, it’s time to reckon with what they got so wrong
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Charlie Angus @charlieangus104.bsky.social · 08/01/2025
So Justin Trudeau has finally entered his "Charlie Angus phase" in standing up to the predator from Mar-a-Lago. The fact is, Justin wears a suit way better than me. But I opened for the Dead Kennedy's and the Violent Femmes. If he wants lessons in fighting Trump, I'll take him under my wing.
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Charlie Angus @charlieangus104.bsky.social · 27/12/2024
Song of the day: American Woman - the Guess Who "I don't need your war machines I don't need your ghetto scenes Coloured lights can hypnotize Sparkle someone else's eyes" A song to get you hoser Canucks in the groove of defending our nation. www.youtube.com/watch?v=gkqf...
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guess who- american woman
YouTube video by theghost9000
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Brian Mason @grumpyoldsocialist.bsky.social · 27/12/2024
www.pentictonwesternnews.com/opinion/refl...
pentictonwesternnews.com
COLUMN: MP Richard Cannings reflections on improving the lives of Canadians
Column from MP Richard Cannings
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