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Educator, parent, partner, dog mom and believer in a society that works for everyone. She/Her

Cold Lake, Alberta
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@kariwhan13
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3 years
No doctors in the ER for the evening is an issue here. Shelves at the grocery store are fine.
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@kariwhan13
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2 years
Driving past a freedom rally (5people) and wondering what it is they want at this point. Restrictions are gone so what is it?
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@kariwhan13
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3 years
O’Toole praising Kenny’s response to COVID tells you exactly why he shouldn’t be Prime Minister. What response? Leading the pack with cases of COVID. Not a race we want to win.
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@kariwhan13
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I find it interesting (not really) that the only time I get personally insulted or attacked is when I tag @jkenney . By his staff. That is some kind of leadership.
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@kariwhan13
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Why are so many obsessed with the U.S.? Our healthcare is better. Our education system is rated much higher. Minimum wage is more here. They stole Ryan Reynolds.
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@kariwhan13
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4 years
I believe Kenney spent the weekend calling health care workers like I believe in flying unicorns.
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@kariwhan13
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2 years
Do we all realize that it’s not Trudeau’s fault we are paying more at the grocery store? Shipping costs are high due to high gas prices. In a free market economy the government has no say over gas prices. The higher the demand the higher the price. If we stop buying,
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@kariwhan13
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3 years
Indigenous people have peacefully protested with clear goals and been shut down but this free for all, chaotic, disorganized, disruptive crap show disguised as a protest hasn’t?! 🤦‍♀️
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@kariwhan13
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I’m having a hard time with the Canadian soccer scandal. Cheating seems so decidedly unCanadian. Why, would they do this?
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@kariwhan13
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4 years
Kenney pretending to be union friendly is not just laughable but laugh out loud able.
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@kariwhan13
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4 years
To be very clear doing the right thing due to public pressure is very different from doing the right thing because that’s how you roll.
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@kariwhan13
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3 years
Ottawa is willing to help with costs of childcare and the UCP say NO! Why are they so resistant to helping Albertans?
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@kariwhan13
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3 years
Anyone else thinks Kenney’s incentive program has little to do with concerns about health and a lot to do with ensuring the Stampede proceeds as planned?!
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@kariwhan13
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3 years
Get vaccinated at the Stampede! No plan for vaccinations at schools but the Stampede. What is his obsession with the Stampede? #FiretheUCP #scrapkenney @jkenney
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@kariwhan13
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4 years
Livid at 7:10 am. Hinshaw says we can keep the World Junior hockey players safe. She and her team worked with the organizers to ensure safety and protocols. How about putting that energy and those resources into keeping everyone safe. Priorities! Albertans are dying!
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@kariwhan13
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4 years
If rodeo is Alberta’s new official sport I guess that makes JK the rodeo clown.
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@kariwhan13
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4 years
Kenney blaming Calgarians from a certain part of Calgary for the increase in cases. Does he know what happened at the mall Friday? We are seeing increases in other places as well. This is called scapegoating.
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@kariwhan13
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3 years
It is rather unbelievable that the UCP could gather such a large ensemble of deceptive, immoral, selfish, reckless and egocentric human beings. #FireTheUCP
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@kariwhan13
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4 months
1 in 3 women in Canada have an abortion in their lifetime. These women are your sisters, girlfriends, mothers and wives. Yes, your wives. I know women whose husbands have no idea. Did it affect your life? Not at all. Theirs. Absolutely. That is why it’s not your decision.
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@kariwhan13
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Why would you want to become leader of a province if you had no intention of leading? If you wanted others to make decisions for you and you didn’t ever want to take charge, why would you pursue that career? Asking for a province. #RESIGNKENNEY
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@kariwhan13
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Danielle Smith would opt out of breathing if the liberals suggested or recommended it.
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@kariwhan13
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2 years
We had to drive to a city 3 hours away to get a family doctor. There aren’t any accepting new patients in town and several left the province. At any given time day or night there has been a notice on the hospital door stating there is not a dr. on in the ER. Asked my spouse what
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@kariwhan13
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3 years
Have you noticed that the same people who a few years ago were blaming Rachel for the price of gas are now screaming Trudeau’s name? If this was the way it worked shouldn’t we be blaming J.K.?
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@kariwhan13
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7 months
Sometimes we have to protect children FROM their parents.
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@kariwhan13
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4 years
I don’t understand how it is of benefit to try to make Albertans believe that you are not capable of understanding a message as simple as “avoid non essential travel”.
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@kariwhan13
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4 years
Is annihilating healthcare, public and higher education the same thing as creating jobs? If so how is that increasing the demand for AB oil and gas? Just need clarification.
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@kariwhan13
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3 years
My curiosity is getting the better of me. Where do you think the UCP are going for Spring Break? Mexico, Cuba, Vegas?
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@kariwhan13
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4 years
It feels like -47 out there today this I never want to leave my house again. Meanwhile @RachelNotley is probably jogging incognito.
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@kariwhan13
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2 years
the price goes down. I’m sick of hearing that that everything is Trudeau’s fault. And your bumper stickers are crude. Kids see those things. Get a grip.
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@kariwhan13
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2 years
This sovereignty act is scary. This is what dictators do. I can’t believe this is what it has come to in Alberta. #UCPCorruption
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@kariwhan13
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1 year
Husband goes grocery shopping. Parks where there are no cars. 5 vehicles in whole lot. Comes out and a HUGE truck is parked inches from drivers side. Can’t get in. Waits and waits for owner. Guy walks by him, says EV’s don’t deserve respect. Gets in huge truck and drives off. Omg
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@kariwhan13
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2 years
Best quote ever. “In the UK if you are in over your head you resign.” “ In AB if you are in over your head we make you Premier.” Neil Headley. Hit the nail on the head. @ABDanielleSmith #ucpresign
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@kariwhan13
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3 years
Why is Kenney striving to go down in history as the premier who repeatedly dropped the ball during a pandemic? And let people die
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@kariwhan13
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1 year
Why do the UCP want to make it quicker/easier to become a teacher? Alberta has consistently been ranked as having one of the best education systems in the world! 30% of new teachers quit within the first 5 years. We don’t need an easier route to become a teacher we need a
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@kariwhan13
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2 years
@EliMcCann @LHKirkland1 How did you wait? I don’t have that restraint!
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@kariwhan13
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How do you live with yourself knowing you could have saved peoples lives by acting proactively but didn’t? Asking for Albertans. We saw what happened in New York. We knew it could get to that. Now what? We need doctors for those field hospitals you asked for. @shandro @jkenney
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@kariwhan13
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Okay so let’s say we are okay with chalking this up to “poor judgement”. How in the world does one party have so many members with really poor judgement. And why would we allow them to make poor judgement calls for the province?
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@kariwhan13
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Does any adult actually get excited about and drink hot chocolate as a treat during the holiday season besides those in Hallmark movies?
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@kariwhan13
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Our only walk in clinic opened at 8:00 a.m. The list of people they’d see was filled in 13 minutes. People line up an hour before it opens. Half the people there were sent home unseen. 8 hour wait at emerg isn’t unusual on Fridays. @ABDanielleSmith doesn’t care about Albertans.
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@kariwhan13
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You know what happens when kids don’t take sex ed? An increase in; teen pregnancies, STI’s, non consensual sex and risky practices. Informed teens have; sex later, less partners, less STI’s, less non consensual relationship. They also have safer sex. It helps reduce the risk
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One does if they are having a heart attack. He wasn’t being dramatic when he said, “die, probably”. That is the position the UCP has put us in and they don’t care.
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@kariwhan13
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6 months
I never call or text anyone before 9:00 am or after 9:00 pm besides my immediate family. Anyone else have a hard and fast rule regarding this?
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@kariwhan13
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We are losing our family dr. 4th one in 5 yrs. We were driving 3.5 hours to see her as none here were accepting new patients. It’s unacceptable.The UCP drove a lot away and have decimated the system. Now what? @ABDanielleSmith #UCPfailsusagain
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@kariwhan13
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3 years
Don’t be fooled. The following were already being taught: Math, Literacy, Citizenship, Computer Science, Consent and Financial Literacy.
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@kariwhan13
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Danielle Smith was on the news earlier. She passed every? off. Then someone called her on it. Apparently she has been making phone calls. Communication is key. Asked what she has done. Repeats answer. No allocation of funds, no monetary help, nothing of substance. Frustrated.
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@kariwhan13
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They aren’t doing their jobs. They aren’t helping or protecting citizens. This is serious. #FiretheUCP @jkenney
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@kariwhan13
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3 years
It’s about time to get real with regards to how badly Jason Kenney has failed us. Paid sick leave isn’t a job killer. It would mean no Albertan would have to choose between feeding their families and risking their lives. Lives! Albertans lives. #FireKenney
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@kariwhan13
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This is disgusting. Who wouldn’t want their citizens to have their medications covered?
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I am about to go through chemotherapy. Many of those medications aren’t covered completely, some not at all. My government, my premier, would rather see me broke and in pain than give the feds a win. Pathetic
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@kariwhan13
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Listen AB is in rough shape. If ever there was a rainy day it’s now. There are more people than ever living on the streets. We are desperate for healthcare workers. We have the lowest funding of education in Canada. Child and Social Services are short staffed. But yah let’s save.
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@kariwhan13
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Kenney should address unemployment realistically and diversify instead of relying on a pipe dream.
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@kariwhan13
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@scarletbjornson I love Lulu but their team stuff is always terrible. It’s like they make it to stand out instead of looking clean and stream lined like their normal clothing. And it stands out not in a good way.
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@kariwhan13
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#of cases in the ICU has shot up 75% in the last two weeks. Calgary’s infection rate is twice that of India. Do more than we are being asked as it is not enough. #FiretheUCP #FireKenney @jkenney @shandro
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@kariwhan13
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With the UK and South African strain of COVID having arrived in Alberta Kenney needs to focus on saving Albertans. Other provinces have solid plans. Our premier needs to shift his gaze from Biden.
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@kariwhan13
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Our family doctor is leaving. He is amazing and I’m sad he is leaving. Why would he stay? There aren’t enough doctors accepting patients to fill the void. The UCP are negatively impacting our communities. Now they are going after the AMA. Voice your concerns. @shandro
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@kariwhan13
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Neenshi is drawing people to the NDP like moths to a flame. This is what we need to overcome this dumpster 🔥of a gov’t. Let’s keep the momentum going.
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@kariwhan13
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2 years
@drdagly thank you. Best respond ever. “Masks are only controversial if you don’t believe in Science.”
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@kariwhan13
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I’ve expressed my gratitude to doctors, nurses and other health care workers but today I want to give a big THANK YOU to pharmacists. Can you imagine the stress and pressure involved in this vaccine roll out? They are rockstars!
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@kariwhan13
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Danielle Smith is destroying democracy and everything I value here. Some voters try to look past the uncomfortable truths like was done in the U.S. with Trump but once you validate this kind of inhumanity and autocratic leadership it paves the way for more. @ABDanielleSmith
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Does Biden have to come out and tell Kenney it’s a “hard no” for him to understand that his pipe dream is just that and stop wasting his time on the air? He could spend his days doing some real work and helping Albertans.
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@kariwhan13
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The UCP have agenda and they are sticking to it. Despite opposition from stakeholders and constituents they do what they want usually making uninformed and radical decisions.
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@kariwhan13
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Rahki stopping her campaign just proves what a lot of us knew about her. There was no ego involved. This is a bold and selfless move.
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@kariwhan13
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Scrap the UCP. #FireKenney
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@kariwhan13
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3 years
Had a zoom meeting today. No one had to remind me to keep my clothes on or shut the bathroom door. Just saying.
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@kariwhan13
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Supported system. A better funded system. You don’t want less educated people educating your children. You want your child’s education properly funded.
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@kariwhan13
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You will no longer be required to isolate if you test positive. Nor do you have to wear a mask. It’s like this government is trying to decimate Albertans. This is so irresponsible it doesn’t seem real. Reality in AB is going to be a nightmare for many. @jkenney #covidkenney
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@kariwhan13
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So Ontario’s gov’t is providing Hepa filters in order to upgrade ventilation at schools. What is Alberta’s government doing? It’s more of a survival of the fittest scenario. @jkenney #covidkenney
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@kariwhan13
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@AlikaMD Right! If I hear one more person assume they just have a flu or cold…
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@kariwhan13
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3 years
The self proclaimed “fiscally responsible” premier is willing to spend up to 111 million dollars in order to get those that haven’t but can get vaccinated. It won’t work. We need vaccine passports. The federal government is willing to invest the $.
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@kariwhan13
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We can’t immunize our way out of this because you can’t immunize sick people. We need a real lock down to stop this. @jkenney @shandro
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@kariwhan13
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@Jenfeds73 Inappropriate behaviour. I’m sure the other customers appreciated them leaving. I’ll support Sauvage Canmore. The Vegan menu sounds amazing.
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@kariwhan13
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If I see one more tweet, fb post etc. about how one year ago we couldn’t have known what was in store But at least life is mostly back to normal now my head might explode. Don’t do normal. Our numbers are high! Stay home! And don’t invite ANYONE over.
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@kariwhan13
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A lot of people are expressing concerns with the proposed curriculum. Others don’t like it but aren’t concerned as “teachers won’t teach it”. Please understand that a teachers job is to teach the curriculum.
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@kariwhan13
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Morning musings.Yesterday Hinshaw stated we were holding off on second doses with the exception of the most vulnerable thus it would be 3 or 4 months after the first for most. If people cancel, are no shows or there are appointments available why not offer the 2nd?
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@kariwhan13
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@ser_boromir @ChadOhman Not all parents show unconditional love. Some have done much worse to young children, illegal or not so…
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In November 2019 my husband I booked trips for Easter and summer (2020). By April we had cancelled them as we could foresee that this pandemic wouldn’t be over. Not 100%. We cancelled trips, we didn’t book them. What gave all these UCP MLA’s the security to go on holidays?
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@kariwhan13
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School closures in Calgary due to high # of cases among kids 10-19. Kenney’s ineffective leadership is literally killing people.
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@integritycdn The size difference is comical.
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@kariwhan13
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@LukaszukAB @ABDanielleSmith What kind of disgusting comment was that from Parker. This is the kind of low life @ABDanielleSmith associates with.
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@kariwhan13
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3 years
Spotify profits greatly from allowing Rogan a platform to spread misinformation. I have huge respect for Neil Young who put his morals/values and others well being over money. #BoycottSpotify #NeilYoung
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@kariwhan13
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4 years
Kenney said he didn’t make it clear officials shouldn’t travel. Albertans were told (as were the rest of Canadians) that we should avoid non essential travel.
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@kariwhan13
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@TraumaSoapBoxes That was the perfect response. Maybe it made them think.
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@GlobalEdmonton Don’t quote Kenney if you are looking for facts. That lesson shoukd have been learned long ago.
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@kariwhan13
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@svershbow This is Mala. She leans against you then uses her paw to pull your hand in order to direct you as to where to pet her.
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@kariwhan13
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3 years
Can we all agree that avocado toast is just guacamole toast with a more breakfasty name?
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@kariwhan13
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My husband had a lengthy conversation with a houseless person yesterday here in YYC. He has been looking for a job but since he now finds himself living by the river has become despondent and fears he will never get one.
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@kariwhan13
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Suspending ethics investigations during campaigns is unethical. This is when we need to investigate unethical actions the most. After someone is elected it isn’t going to happen. Why are we even considering shady candidates?
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@kariwhan13
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Are the UCP consciously without conscience trying to bring on another wave? Yes, the answer has to be yes. #KenneyFillsHospitals #ImWithRachel
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@kariwhan13
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@itsakev @erin_joslin @JessRaRa @Matticusssss You tell him to wear his mask. A lot of us in Cold Lake would appreciate it. @shandro
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Kenney is so out of touch. As many Albertans struggle to find employment and stay afloat Kenney persists with his “Jamieson” is a budget whiskey dialogue. Really? Most people can’t afford those kind of lunches. #firetheucp #SkyPalaceParty #patiogate
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@kariwhan13
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Mr. has Covid. Third time. He is so sick. I’m sick but testing negative. Maybe it is the respiratory virus. 🤷‍♀️I was never 100% over whatever I had 10 days ago. Can’t see a dr. This isn’t sustainable. What kind of toll is this taking on our bodies? We can take people to space but
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3 years
Hinshaw’s contradictory approach or non approach is upsetting. Alberta doesn’t need to be the next Florida but we are headed that way. Protect our children.
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3 years
There is hope. I had a conversation with an elderly man at the pharmacy that was overwhelming. He asked me if the shot hurt. I assured him it didn’t and that he could trust me because needles terrify me. He told me needles didn’t bother him. Then he said the following:
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@kariwhan13
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@DrMakokis @AirCanada That is not okay. Somebody will need a bathroom. There are all kinds of conditions that may necessitate one. That plane should be out of commission until the bathrooms work properly.
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@kariwhan13
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3 years
This is going to be unpopular but... There isNO way the Stampede should be a priority. The Greatest Outdoor Show on earth was responsible for the deaths of 6 horses in 2019. That is appalling. It sickens me. How many people’s deaths will it be responsible for?
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@kariwhan13
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3 years
Wouldn’t it be nice to see history being made by people helping those in need and showing humanity than literally throwing money into space?
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@kariwhan13
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3 years
Oh and computer Science was taught using computers not pen and paper.
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@kariwhan13
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3 years
Imagine being able to make life saving decisions and choosing not to because you want to keep a few friends. Imagine being able to make life saving decisions and choosing not to. Imagine that. Like really think about. You couldn’t do it, could you.
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@kariwhan13
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Do people understand the difference between a vaccine and cure? Slow your roll we aren’t out of the woods. Please don’t host Christmas or go to anyone’s home. Let’s get this under control.
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@kariwhan13
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Absolutely freezing for some reason so was hunkered down in the basement when the doorbell rings. Our neighbour’s little guy hands us a box of hot chocolate bombs because teachers have had a strange year. How sweet is that?
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It’s the bias and U.S. content that is new.
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