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Policy Critique

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There wasn't just the choice of more babies or more immigrants. There was a 3rd clear choice: less government. THAT was the correct course of action to reduce the cost of living and take the …
There wasn't just the choice of more babies or more immigrants. There was a 3rd clear choice: less government. THAT was the correct course of action to reduce the cost of living and take the tax boot off of peoples' throats so they can start families.
Argues for an alternative policy approach (reduced government) rather than immigration as a solution to demographic decline.
rafalklepinski7372 Sep 8, 2025
This is what leadership sounds like, not the rambling narcissistic grumbling that comes out of the mouths of our American President and Republican elected officials.
This is what leadership sounds like, not the rambling narcissistic grumbling that comes out of the mouths of our American President and Republican elected officials.
Contrasts Trudeau's leadership favorably against American political leaders, criticizing their communication style and approach.
@1wendywonder Mar 4, 2025
Trudeau is a despicable little shit. He has destroyed Canada
Trudeau is a despicable little shit. He has destroyed Canada
The comment harshly criticizes Trudeau and his governance record, making a broad negative assessment of his impact on Canada.
@johnroberts8642 Mar 4, 2025
What it's about is Trumps wavering support for Ukraine.
What it's about is Trumps wavering support for Ukraine.
Directly critiques Trump's policy position on Ukraine support as the substantive issue at hand.
@CarlAquaForce Mar 4, 2025
There are a lot of issues around immigration. Firstly, the IRCC filters receiving low skilled people, second most of them are located on main cities and provinces, most of the country is empty and finally …
There are a lot of issues around immigration. Firstly, the IRCC filters receiving low skilled people, second most of them are located on main cities and provinces, most of the country is empty and finally if you are gonna keep your traditions here, do it inside your four walls. I begin to understand why Québec is willing to be independent.
Analyzes specific immigration policy issues (skill filtering, geographic distribution, cultural integration) and references Quebec's independence movement as comparative context.
manuelb.703 Sep 6, 2025
The first thing you absolutely need to do when you immigrate to a country that doesn't speak your language is to learn it. Period.
The first thing you absolutely need to do when you immigrate to a country that doesn't speak your language is to learn it. Period.
States a prescriptive requirement for immigrants regarding language acquisition, framed as policy expectation rather than personal narrative or moral appeal.
DBF5262 Sep 7, 2025
Don't blame the Indians blame your politicians who sold you out for cheaper labor
Don't blame the Indians blame your politicians who sold you out for cheaper labor
Directs blame toward politicians and government policy decisions rather than immigrants themselves, critiquing labor market policy.
frenchonion4595 Feb 3, 2026
Liberal government is broken
Liberal government is broken
Direct criticism of the Liberal government's competence and legitimacy.
clairenieves8743 Sep 10, 2025
Every single problem we have in Canada stems from to many immigrants brought in by the liberals to try and hold forever power. You ignorant liberal voters did this
Every single problem we have in Canada stems from to many immigrants brought in by the liberals to try and hold forever power. You ignorant liberal voters did this
The comment critiques immigration policy as a deliberate political strategy by the Liberal party, blaming immigration for Canada's problems.
bobbuilder6935 Jan 27, 2026
The stupid Canadian government has done a lot of harmful things to Canada over the past years.
The stupid Canadian government has done a lot of harmful things to Canada over the past years.
Criticizes government actions and policies as harmful to Canada without specifying particular immigration policies.
SimSo-o6r Sep 12, 2025
And because of what Justin Trudeau did I don't trust the government anymore
And because of what Justin Trudeau did I don't trust the government anymore
Critiques government policy decisions (Trudeau's immigration actions) and expresses loss of institutional trust as a consequence.
JohnathanMcGinnis-og5mq Aug 29, 2025
The only dictator here is Trudeau. His own people don't even like him. He's a tyrant he needs to be removed.??
The only dictator here is Trudeau. His own people don't even like him. He's a tyrant he needs to be removed.??
Criticism of Trudeau's leadership and governance, with implicit call for his removal from office.
@troydecker5877 Mar 4, 2025
Canada used to have one of the strictest immigration systems in the world. We need to get back to that system where immigrants were vetted for years before earning citizenship. It's like Trudeau saw what …
Canada used to have one of the strictest immigration systems in the world. We need to get back to that system where immigrants were vetted for years before earning citizenship. It's like Trudeau saw what Biden was doing and then said "Hold my White Claw!"
Critiques current immigration policy as too lenient compared to Canada's historical system, with comparative reference to US policy.
Cabbitania Aug 30, 2025
People think that a referendum is going to suddenly create policy change. That's simply not true. Think of a referendum more as an opinion poll. Governments use referendums to gauge public opinion but Does Not …
People think that a referendum is going to suddenly create policy change. That's simply not true. Think of a referendum more as an opinion poll. Governments use referendums to gauge public opinion but Does Not obligate them to follow the result. It's an illusion of change and not a binding agreement.
Analytical critique of how referendums function as non-binding opinion polls rather than enforceable policy mechanisms.
@JosephWillis-gj7tt Feb 20, 2026
If an individual has been found to have a bogus claim, then deport them. If Visas have expired then then they should not be allowed to claim asylum and they should be deported. Non citizens …
If an individual has been found to have a bogus claim, then deport them. If Visas have expired then then they should not be allowed to claim asylum and they should be deported. Non citizens who have been criminally charged should be deported. The process is in place, it just needs to be adhered to.
Proposes specific policy solutions for handling fraudulent claims, expired visas, and criminal non-citizens, critiquing enforcement rather than policy existence.
jds1616 Feb 23, 2026
I love the direct democracy comparison because yeah, having a referendum on only issues that Mrs. Smith thinks are important makes you just like Switzerland! Why don't you have a referendum on your rate of …
I love the direct democracy comparison because yeah, having a referendum on only issues that Mrs. Smith thinks are important makes you just like Switzerland! Why don't you have a referendum on your rate of pay and the pension you will receive, as a politician, Mrs. Smith? How about you have a referendum about the US-style health insurance you want to introduce? Or how about you have a referendum on the style of democracy you have and ask people if they want a true direct-democracy and let them be able to have a vote on any issue or law, at any time? Yeah, I didn't think so...
Uses sarcasm and rhetorical questions to critique selective direct democracy implementation and politician self-interest in policy design.
@coolblue-198 Feb 20, 2026
Here is another one . In Canada, foreign students or temporary workers , non Citizens can apply and receive firearms licenses and can buy non restricted guns . This is not allowed in 90% of …
Here is another one . In Canada, foreign students or temporary workers , non Citizens can apply and receive firearms licenses and can buy non restricted guns . This is not allowed in 90% of countries around the world, including the most gun liberal country in the world. The United States of Amarica will not license a foreigner to own or buy a gun.
Critiques Canadian firearms policy for non-citizens by comparing it unfavorably to international standards and the United States.
lauriegaudet5805 Mar 3, 2026
They need to be fired ....allll of em , they suck at their jobs
They need to be fired ....allll of em , they suck at their jobs
Criticizes government officials' job performance and calls for their removal.
inthebreeeze Nov 21, 2025
There were two things that Canada had to do to avoid Trump's tariffs. Increase our Defense spending and stop the flow of drugs and illegal aliens entering the US thru Canada. Trudeau only talked about …
There were two things that Canada had to do to avoid Trump's tariffs. Increase our Defense spending and stop the flow of drugs and illegal aliens entering the US thru Canada. Trudeau only talked about the drug issue. If Trudeau cancels the $ 40 Billion unsolicited contract to SNC Lavalin, and instead gives that $ 40 Billion to Canada's military to buy new weapons and train more soldiers Trump will, I am positive, immediately drop the tariffs against Canada!
Critiques Trudeau's policy response to tariffs and proposes alternative defense spending strategy to address Trump's demands.
@MarkKlimaszewski Mar 4, 2025
Trudo screwed this country, Carney is here to finish us off.
Trudo screwed this country, Carney is here to finish us off.
Criticism of political leadership (Trudeau and Carney) for damaging the country through policy decisions.
roryzettler1094 Jul 12, 2025
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