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Orlagh O’Kelly @orlaghokelly.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Typical Rath, only someone like him thinks 28% of the popular vote is something to be buoyed by. Or maybe this is the same percentage of Albertans that support separation.

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Meanwhile, the attack on the rule of law by Smith and her justice department (the leader (Malcolm Lavoie) was just appointed to the Court of Kings Bench) is so bad a Bencher has resigned. #ableg

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True enough. Question is how does this square with the appointment of Lavoie?

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This is the same Dan Williams that messed up mental health and addictions in Alberta. This individual is so far out of his league.

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Fair question. What is broken for sure is the UCP actions against democracy, minority rights, health care and education.

Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Excellent reporting. If these allegations are proven correct, Mr Rath will be in a whole new world of financial hurt. This guy believes he has the chops to be a key figure in a separate Alberta. No where near trustworthy if the information in the report hold true.

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Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

What?? Rath is alleged to have made false, inaccurate and misleading representations. I am shocked....No not really.

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Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

I am also pretty sure that Jesus would not look kindly toward one that is facing so many legal and professional challenges.

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Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Wonder if they are beginning to enter the 'leopard ate my face' stage

Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Schulz has worked for oil and gas for a long time. Prolly since becoming Environment Minister. Only now it is more formalized.

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Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Either way, if she knew or did not know looks bad on her. Nonetheless, she will do nothing, take cover and let this blow over. This is not leadership

Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

With the government of Alberta owning 45% of this pipeline, how does the UCP square their often cry of socialism has no place in a free market?

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Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Brilliant writing. Your Substack piece is powerful and greatly needed.

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Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

You know what gets me, besides the sheer cowardice and despicability of these individuals, with their faces covered, it is likely these individuals railed against masks during COVID.

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Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

I hope this person gets well soon.

Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

With all the legal matters and law society matters Rath is facing, I am surprised he has time and capacity to be involved with anything else. What a mess

Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Between what is happening in Alberta and BC politics, must be the Political Science equivalent of a mother lode gold mine. Not to mention what is occurring in the US.

If 12 of something is a dozen and 13 of something is a baker's dozen can we call 14 of something a Findlay's dozen?

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I am absolutely shocked that it is come to this...No not really. Cannot wait until the UCP becomes the leopard ate my face party.

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So, if 12 of something is a dozen and 13 of something is a baker's dozen can we call 14 of something a Findlay's dozen?

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The Preimer is the incarnation of Gumby. Able to be flexed, bent and contorted by handlers to fit any circumstance. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gumby

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Gumby - Wikipedia

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I have faith that KLF will have more freedom for family now that she resigned. Straight to the FO part of FAFO. Gives new meaning to the Bye-election she is a candidate

Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Wow indeed, KLF went straight to the FO part of FAFO.

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This excellent article reveals the attitude of Mr Rath toward democracy. If the majority of Albertans vote No to separation Rath will not honour the will of the majority and like a petulant child, carry on. 'Never giving up': Alberta sep... www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

cbc.ca

'Never giving up': Alberta separatist leaders say referendum vote won't end their fight | CBC News

Premier Danielle Smith and her government expect next month's separation referendum to be the last word on the subject — but those fighting for an independent Alberta say no matter the outcome, the fi...

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Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Is it any wonder one speculates that Elections Alberta is captured, afterall the Alberta Energy Regulator broke trail.

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Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

I am absolutely shocked that a person of this purported high caliber is under so many legal proceedings. No, not really. This is the person that may be chosen to negotiate with Canada on behalf of Alberta separatists. But first, he allegedly has to file routine monthy reports. What a maroon.

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Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Even Matt Wolf wasn't this unhinged and vitriolic

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Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

This is so disheartening. What happened to civilized discourse and respectful debate. We entered this bizarre arena of name calling, insulting and disrespect. Sort of the loudest and brashest think they've won a debate.

Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Too bad the UCP cannot see their way to doing something supportive of Alberta and of Canada

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Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Wait until he learns there is one city in Oregon and one city in California both named Ontario

Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Wait until he learns there are cities named Ontario in OR and CA

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Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Hey Euan, to your list I think one can add a complete disdain for those challenged with addictions.

Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Stay at the table? How do you say capitulate without saying capitulate? Good thing we have adults protecting Canadian interests.

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Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

This is great writing. Deirdre Mitchell-MacLean nails the Conservative brand/party excellently. I truly hope grievance politics dies soon. Past time for Manning to retire and stay quite. His influence is destructive. womenofabpoli.substack.com/p/the-conser...

womenofabpoli.substack.com

The Conservative brand is on life support

One of the oldest brands in Canadian politics is facing its most modern crisis: grievance politics has become its pulse, and governance a departing spirit.

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Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

It's rich for Rath to lament that opponents of separation “...don’t have anything to sell other than fear and nostalgia..." He is likely choked that he doesn't have a complete hold on grievances, fear and nostalga to further his fantasy world.

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Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Why stop at Elections Alberta, how about asking other provinces to help run, oh say, health, education and the environment in Alberta. Can't be worse than what is occurring now

Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Don't forget to ask lacrosse questions

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Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

The only thing that can be said about the despicable comments and the results is: FAFO

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Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Before I commit to reviewing the plan, is the question if Pluto is a planet or a moon settled? It makes a difference if I am reviewing a plan of an independent planet or a captured moon within a unified solar system

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Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

What Braid writes of, what the UCP does is straight out of the facists handbook. Now do all the use of the notwithstanding clause. Yikes, what a government

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Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

This is what fascist theocracies do. They create 'the other' as a lighting rod for societal ills. They disparage intellectuals, they undermine the judiciary and they create repressive laws. This is the UCP lead by a malleable and weak leader.

Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

What a load of clap trap. First Nations consultations completed in 2 1/2 months? Sounds like it will be check box type of consultation and nothing meaningful. Preimer states they want to move quickly. Recall her 'I will fix healthcare in 90 days' bluster. This UCP government will screw this up

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Russell @rbardak.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

Maybe this Order in Council was issued due to a technical error like so many of the ADAP/AISH payments. But I doubt it, entitled gonna keep entitling. Yikes