David Robinson

Thrasymachus is a character in Plato's Republic who interrupts a calm discussion to argue that justice is nothing more than whatever benefits the stronger or more powerful. Rulers create laws for their own advantage, and "justice" simply means obeying them. He pushes this view aggressively, dismissing reason and fairness. The post notes that when people treat loud aggression or shouting as proof of being right, it lets certain voices dominate by volume instead of substance. Thrasymachus, who saw power as the real decider over truth, would approve of that outcome.

Hi. I live in Alberta and I’m a Forever Canadian who will be voting to stay. Because Canada is thriving…. It doesn’t bother me that 59% of Canadians are now saying they’ll never retire. And yes, I’m aware that homeless encampments have increased 303% across Canada since 2018 - it’s really not that big of a deal, we have beautiful summers. And I have heard that 10% of Canadians are living in poverty - could we do better? I guess - but at least it’s not 20%. And so what if roughly 100,000 Canadians have already been laid off in 2026 - maybe they should’ve chosen a career path that was a little more stable. And I think it’s totally fine that 42% of Canadian manufactures are planning to move to the US. They should move. They’re likely racist bigots - the US can have them. I mean, anyone who questions the government is a racist bigot - and that makes up most of the separatist movement. They don’t even care about the colour of peoples skin. But they should care because people of colour need to understand that they’re victims and can’t succeed without government handouts and if you’re white - it’s your job to tell them. The same applies to First Nations. That’s why we have DEI. Separatists also don’t care about the sexual orientation of others. Who wants to live in a country where sexual orientation doesn’t matter? I don’t. I mean, 2SLGBTQIA+IBUPROFEN people deserve special treatment. And I normally don’t support public nudity - but I do if it’s at a Pride parade. They have to know that we will not question them. And I don’t think sexual orientation will be celebrated in an independent Alberta on a daily basis. And that’s not right. Sexual orientation is everything these days. And when it comes to the government - it’s not their job to be honest or look after the country. It’s our job to accept what they do. I mean, can you imagine living in a country with a responsible government? Not me - I wouldn’t want that. Government officials became government officials so they can do whatever they want and spend our taxes however they choose - even if that means funding other countries while Canadians go hungry. And some people have asked me how I feel about the debt being passed down to future generations - my answer: I don’t care. I won’t be around then. Not my problem. I mean sure, I love my children and grandchildren - but their future isn’t really my concern anymore. It’s their future. Not mine. Anyways, that’s why me (and my friends) are voting to stay. Because Canada is amazing. Elbows up! Blame Trump! And free Palestine!