Doug Figgins

Dear self : Pin This Tweet. Internal calm is VERY hard to track down. Signposts are really required.

@unseen1_unseen Seemingly yes. They can. It's evidently a cornucopia of stupid that flows forever.

Oh, for the love of God can these people become anymore stupid?

@GordoCDA @RealestMercury I've just never seen anyone do it so openly and the thing is that it works EVERY time. Breathless mis-reporting about something and then BLAMMO !!! Everyone shocked.

@RealestMercury He’s creating strategic ambiguity

The White House and Pentagon are leaking and in some cases publicly stating conflicting information to keep the Iranians guessing as to what our next moves will be. President Trump isn’t going to suddenly end the war without any further strategic gains being made. Deep breaths everyone…

@LordD71862 @Osint613 No, it's a blast for the 'allies' telling them to expect to pony up large for security if they want that Oil. Because he's probably going to control Iran's output for as long as he wants to. New ruler --- new rules.

@Osint613 Does that means he wants to end the war before the regime is defeated? I hope not

U.S. President Donald Trump: "We are getting very close to meeting our objectives as we consider winding down our great Military efforts in the Middle East with respect to the Terrorist Regime of Iran: (1) Completely degrading Iranian Missile Capability, Launchers, and everything else pertaining to them. (2) Destroying Iran’s Defense Industrial Base. (3) Eliminating their Navy and Air Force, including Anti Aircraft Weaponry. (4) Never allowing Iran to get even close to Nuclear Capability, and always being in a position where the U.S.A. can quickly and powerfully react to such a situation, should it take place. (5) Protecting, at the highest level, our Middle Eastern Allies, including Israel, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Kuwait, and others. The Hormuz Strait will have to be guarded and policed, as necessary, by other Nations who use it — The United States does not! If asked, we will help these Countries in their Hormuz efforts, but it shouldn’t be necessary once Iran’s threat is eradicated. Importantly, it will be an easy Military Operation for them."

@WarMonitor3 No he didn't. Not at all. No wonder the Internet is generally clueless about everything. It's not over until Iran is over and that isn't now.

Donald Trump has just claimed the US is preparing to wind down its operation in Iran as it is very close to meeting its objectives.

@EricLDaugh I don't think he's anywhere close to completing the mission and I don't believe he thinks he is. More Trump 'framing'. The second part of the statement however I believe that. The deadbeats best get going or it's a cold dark season for them coming on. Cowards that they all are.

🚨 BREAKING: President Trump announces the US is ON THE VERGE of 100% completing the Iran war, and that America will NOT be responsible for securing the Strait of Hormuz once it's won "We are getting very close to meeting our objectives as we consider WINDING DOWN our great Military efforts..." NO FREE RIDES! "The Hormuz Strait will have to be guarded and policed, as necessary, by other Nations who use it — The United States does not!" "If asked, we will help these Countries in their Hormuz efforts, but it shouldn’t be necessary once Iran’s threat is eradicated. Importantly, it will be an easy Military Operation for them."

@historydefined I'm sorry but a GOOD officer would have clarified what that meant. I if I were an American I obviously would never have heard of a sticky situation and would have asked what that meant. As would i think most others. That's an inexcusable assumption error not a language problem.

At the height of the Korean War, a British unit found itself badly outnumbered at the Imjin River. About 600 men of the Gloucestershire Regiment were surrounded by nearly 30,000 Chinese troops. They were cut off on all sides and under constant attack. When the British brigadier reported the situation to his American commander, he used classic British understatement. “Things are a bit sticky, sir,” he said, meaning they were in serious danger. The American general took it to mean the situation was difficult but manageable, and decided no immediate action was needed. As a result, no reinforcements or withdrawal orders were given. The Gloucesters pulled back to a hill overlooking the river and made a final stand. For four days, often without sleep, they held off wave after wave of attackers. Eventually, when they tried to break out, it was too late. More than 500 were captured, 59 were KIA or listed as missing, and only 39 escaped. Two soldiers were awarded the Victoria Cross for bravery. Their stand was later credited with helping save Seoul, but historians later argued the city was probably never in immediate danger and that the unit could have been withdrawn earlier. One senior historian, who had been captured at Imjin himself, said the tragedy came down to a misunderstanding of language. An American officer, he noted, would have said, “All hell is breaking loose.”

@BenWoodfinden Tariffs are NOT bad for both sides. They are great for the US. Bad for Canada. What they truly are is a GST that is solely directed at improving American manufacturing at the expense of non-American manufacturing. Unlike the GST in Canada which just is a tax.

Poilievre went on the world's biggest podcast and for two hours calmly, intelligently and relatably made the case for Canada directly to millions of Americans, many of whom voted for Trump. He explained why we're friends, why the tariffs are bad for both sides, why we'll never be the 51st state, and Poilievre's vision for Canada. Rogan's audience needs to hear this message, and this is exactly the kind of advocacy Canada needs right now.

@MarcNixon24 Oh God , this is so embarrassing. Relegated to hanging onto the words of a US based podcast with VERY limited appeal and effects. Wanna bet on the next election ?

BIGGEST ENDORSEMENT in Canadian History Joe Rogan told his 20+ Million subscribers he would 100% VOTE for Pierre Poilievre BOOOOOOOOOOM 🔥🔥🔥🔥

@jedirich_ @nappycooter @Bellagio That's a lie. It was NEVER the high priced option. You elitists NEVER see the long-term until it eats you.

@nappycooter @Bellagio That’s kind of the point. Vegas has never been the “cheap” option, it’s the premium one. There are still plenty of affordable places in Vegas… just not the center Strip.

Sure… Vegas is “dead.” Meanwhile, inside the Bellagio Conservatory — packed every day. Here’s the reality people don’t want to admit: Vegas didn’t die… it filtered. Post-Covid, they let anyone in just to survive. Cheap rooms, chaos, TikTok fights, people crying about $20 water in the desert. Now? That era’s over. Prices went up. Vibe cleaned up. And the people who can actually afford to be here showed back up. If you think Vegas is dead… you’re probably just not the target customer anymore. And judging by the crowds — they’re perfectly fine with that.

@KirkLubimov Almost completely irrelevant in the final analysis. Canada's problem is structural and cultural. I'm sure PP will NEVER win an election and will be another failed leader. But it's not even his fault. He's trapped in a 'you can't handle the truth' country.

Let's talk Pierre Poilievre's appearance on Joe Rogan's Podcast. > the triggered and perpetually offended will react to it as they do to anything. Nothing new. > most of the Conservatives, especially these who think CPC has a chance & will save them, will think this was a good interview. >the cultists and bootlickers will be gushing over as usual. Nothing new here either. Most of everything Pierre said here he has said many time before in different interviews. He gave nothing for the Left or MSM to be upset with and came out respectable looking. He gave nothing for Conservatives to bite their teeth with hope in as there is a substantial disconnect between what he says and what the Party does. It was a carefully worded not to take it to eitherside walking a tight rope. Took the personality right out of it. Joe Rogan doesn't understand Canadian politics as much and didn't hold his feet to the fire but he did try to get some 'zest' out of Pierre leading him to that place but realized it would be a 'political speak' type of conversation and you could see that on Rogan's face after he tried. Was this a good showing for Canada, however? Yes, and maybe that's all the matters. What are your analysis?

@MarkWells365567 @shifthitfan I stand uncorrected. You VASTLTY over-estimate his importance. This will make no difference at all. It's all superstructural froth that is here today and gone tomorrow. Watch the future unfold. It won't depend on this at all.

@Dougf43 @shifthitfan Biggest podcast in the world, including Canada. Nobody?

Pierre Poilievre just broke the spell. For years the media painted him as some angry, rigid ideologue. One long form Joe Rogan interview later, even CTV’s own panel on Power Play with Vassy Kapelos sat there stunned, saying nothing bad for a full 10 minutes and openly calling him “Prime Minister material.” That’s what happens when people get to see the real guy instead of the 8 second soundbite caricature. Genius move going on Rogan. It’s a shame he didn’t do it during the election... the entire narrative might have collapsed overnight. Long format conversations are kryptonite to the legacy media machine. One honest, unfiltered hour and suddenly the “scary conservative” spell is shattered. The left is going to spend the next week in full meltdown mode trying to glue that spell back together. Too late. The public just got a real look.

@mdt546 Careful what you wish for. Better for PP to be as far from the oncoming debacle as is possible. Canada's fate is now determined by what Trump wants and he doesn't like PP any better than he likes Carney BECAUSE he's only about advantage to America. As he should be.

The cost of living and affordability crises are slowing eating away at Carneys credibility as he continues to slip on those issues and Poilivre begins to gain. It opens the door for Poilievre to make inroads to Carneys overall lead. The polls reflect today’s polling, not tomorrows, and I’m sure Poilievres going to make them tight by next election. Hang on. The election is over by a long shot.

@MarkJCarney Japan and the US are besties. Are YOU a bestie ? Does Japan need Canada the way it needs the US ? Rhetorical questions my man. The answers are obvious.

Canada is expanding our partnership with Japan — to strengthen our shared security and create more opportunities and prosperity on both sides of the Pacific.

@JewishWarrior13 What do you think that assault ship and supporting ships are doing sailing all the way to the area for the last two weeks ? Sightseeing ? Of course they are taking the Island and they are keeping it. Anyone sentient would do exactly the same were they able. It's a no-brainer.

⭕ Kharg Island is the only way for Iran to export oil. 90% of the oil they export goes to China. Taking over or besieging the island prevents Iran from its only route to bring money into its struggling economy. Therefore, pressure on Iran through the island is intended to make it open the Strait of Hormuz.

@MichelleLA1981 More than half. MUCH more than that. You have to add in the even more loony loons to the total.

This is frightening! Half of Canadians are retarded.

@DrunkRepub Or he might also be a little crazy as defined by the system he finds himself forced to operate in. Crazy in a crazy system might actually be sane(r).

Trump is the sanest, most calculating politician of my lifetime. But so much of his political leverage is derived from the idea that he might be a little crazy. Which I’m sure is on purpose.

@Europarl_EN That trade is a rounding error. OMG.

Stronger together in uncertain times 🇪🇺🇨🇦 Canada is a strategic partner to the EU and at a time of growing global instability, this bond matters more than ever. Parliament wants the EU to take its cooperation with Canada to the next level. Read more: link.europa.eu/jTn6tB

@DemosKratosCA He has ZERO influence on Trump. Zero. And Americans will forget it by next week if they haven't already. Oh and they've already told Canada that the tariffs are staying so all of that babble is completely useless.

My take so far on Poilievre’s appearance on Rogan (1 hour 30 min in): I think it could shift some American perceptions. You can be sure people in the Trump administration are watching and that Trump will be briefed. Overall, I see it as a win. Poilievre came across as logical and made a clear case that the U.S. and Canada should work more closely together, arguing that Canada is a stronger ally when we cooperate. He wasn’t really speaking to Canadian voters, he was addressing the American public and the current administration.

@ross_baglin @DA_Sully Yes you should. Absolutely. As Trump says everyone should. What are those interests by the way ? You don't appear to have a clue over there about much of anything. Never mind long-term strategic interests.

@DA_Sully Australia was saved by US power in 1942, and Europe in 1943/44 so I will always reserve some gratitude for that, but the US was a strategic rival to the BE and we should look to our own interests.

For those with long memories of 1956, it is mildly amusing that the US is now begging Britain and France for help in unblocking what is, in effect, a shipping canal.

@ross_baglin Not begging. DEMANDING. Please use the correct verbiage. It really does matter to the message.