Grace Daou

Scientist. Entrepreneur. Conservative who believes in freedom and responsibility || Scientifique. Entrepreneur. Croit en la liberté et la responsabilité.

[Dimitris Soudas 🇨🇦⚜️🇬🇷☦️ 13.12.1943 @DimitrisSoudas]

l'histoire du Parti conservateur du Canada, de Brian Mulroney à Pierre Poilievre.

Bonne écoute!

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[Senator Leo Housakos @SenatorHousakos]

Senators have many responsibilities, but none replace the fundamental duty to vote. When decisions are made on behalf of Canadians, there is no substitute for standing in your place and answering when your name is called.
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[Mario Nawfal @MarioNawfal]

The beginning of the end to an incredible era

[Senator Leo Housakos @SenatorHousakos]

À la suite des tremblements de terre dévastateurs qui ont frappé le Venezuela, j’ai entendu des membres de la communauté ici au Canada qui cherchent désespérément de l’aide pour leurs proches, qui seraient toujours coincés sous les décombres.

Aujourd’hui, j’ai écrit à la ministre @AnitaAnandMP pour demander au gouvernement d’aller au-delà de l’aide financière et d’autoriser le déploiement de ressources supplémentaires en recherche et sauvetage, notamment de l’équipement spécialisé et de la machinerie lourde nécessaires pour appuyer les opérations de sauvetage.

[FIFA World Cup @FIFAWorldCup]

Argentina pull it back late to secure their spot in the last eight! 👏

#FIFAWorldCup

[TSN @TSN_Sports]

Erling Haaland leads the Viking Row!

#FIFAWorldCup

[Senator Leo Housakos @SenatorHousakos]

Wishing our neighbours a happy 250th birthday and a very Happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸🇨🇦

Our border may define where we live, but it’s our shared history, through good times and challenging ones, that has built a friendship rooted in democracy, freedom, and mutual respect. Here’s to the ties that have stood the test of time.

[Dimitris Soudas 🇨🇦⚜️🇬🇷☦️ 13.12.1943 @DimitrisSoudas]

Great speech by the Canadian Heritage Minister.

[Senator Leo Housakos @SenatorHousakos]

Bonne fête du Canada ! 🇨🇦 Aujourd'hui, nous célébrons ce pays fort et magnifique que nous avons le privilège d'appeler notre chez-nous.

[Dimitris Soudas 🇨🇦⚜️🇬🇷☦️ 13.12.1943 @DimitrisSoudas]

Two of so many moments during my decade of serving Prime Minister Stephen Harper stand out as examples of a principle that guided our government: individual Members of Parliament were entitled to their personal opinions, but party and government policy would never be undermined by freelancing.

The first occurred in September 2006, in the aftermath of the tragic Dawson College shooting in Montreal. Conservative MP Daniel Petit made comments suggesting there could be a connection between immigrant integration and the tragedy. Those remarks were completely inconsistent with the position of the Government of Canada. Speaking on behalf of the Prime Minister, I publicly stated that Mr. Petit’s comments were unacceptable, that he should withdraw them, and that they did not reflect the position of the government.

Shortly thereafter, Mr. Petit issued a full retraction and apology.

Five years later, during the 2011 federal election campaign, a similar situation arose when Conservative candidate Brad Trost publicly reiterated his personal opposition to same-sex marriage. Once again, it was my responsibility to ensure there was no ambiguity about the government’s position.

11 pm. Got media out of bed and on behalf of Prime Minister Harper, I reaffirmed publicly that a re-elected Conservative government would not reopen the debate on the definition of marriage. Mr. Trost did not speak for the Conservative Party of Canada.

These episodes reflected a broader philosophy within Stephen Harper’s government. We believed in disciplined government.

When statements by individual MPs created confusion, it was my responsibility as the Prime Minister’s spokesman to eliminate that confusion quickly, decisively, and publicly.

Discipline.

Happy Dominion Day
Canada 🇨🇦

[Adrien Pouliot @APouliotPCQ]

Les Québécois subissent la plus haute pression fiscale en Amérique du Nord. Ces taxes finissent inévitablement par être repassées aux consommateurs par des prix plus élevés, aux fournisseurs à par des prix plus bas ou aux investisseurs par des rendements moindres. Et en plus, les taxes et impôts pèsent sur le goût du risque et sur l’innovation.

[Dimitris Soudas 🇨🇦⚜️🇬🇷☦️ 13.12.1943 @DimitrisSoudas]

I wouldn’t attend Toronto Pride myself. But I would encourage you to look beyond Toronto and visit Pride events like the one in my hometown of York Region.

We should never accept a political culture where politicians categorically refuse to attend any Pride event. There is a legitimate debate about whether some Pride events have become less inclusive or overly politicized. But there are also flag-raising ceremonies and Pride parades, like the one in York Region that are welcoming, respectful, family-friendly, and focused on bringing communities together.

At its core, Pride is about recognizing the dignity of people and celebrating their freedom to live authentically and happily, regardless of their sexual orientation. A blanket refusal to engage with every Pride event is no more constructive than assuming every Pride event is the same. Good judgment means evaluating each event on its own merits.

[Dimitris Soudas 🇨🇦⚜️🇬🇷☦️ 13.12.1943 @DimitrisSoudas]

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[Senator Mohammad Al Zaibak @SenatorAlZaibak]

"Over the past few months, I have had the privilege of sitting down with Senator Al Zaibak, breaking bread and having some discussions — not on the issues we agree on, because, as I have said, it is easy to dialogue with those you agree with. What takes, of course, a different approach to life is dialoguing with people you disagree with. The senator and I have had a long dialogue on all the issues we agree on, but particularly on the issues we disagree on. I look forward to continuing that dialogue because that is Canada at its best and how we strengthen our society."
— @SenatorHousakos

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As I prepare to retire from the Senate, I have been humbled by the thoughtful tributes from colleagues and friends.

Thank you Senator Housakos for these kind words.

Their words mean more than I can express. Serving Canadians has been one of the greatest honours of my life, and I will always cherish the relationships and memories built during my time in public service.

[TVA Nouvelles @tvanouvelles]

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Le SPVM fait le point sur la fusillade à Montréal lors de laquelle un policier est mort; suivez la conférence de presse dès maintenant https://t.co/MhWN4pTtWG

[Senator Leo Housakos @SenatorHousakos]

This time last year. Nothing has changed.

Where is the foreign influence registry Canadians were promised 2 years ago?

[Senator Leo Housakos @SenatorHousakos]

Superbe soirée hier avec des collègues à Ottawa pour célébrer la culture, la langue, l'histoire et la force qui font la fierté du Québec. #FêteNationale

[Senator Leo Housakos @SenatorHousakos]

It is a bit rich for Senators to praise the Senate’s "independence" from politics while trying to dictate how the elected chamber faces Canadian voters.

👇 My take on Bill C-25. WATCH:

[Senator Leo Housakos @SenatorHousakos]

A pleasure to welcome the @CVSA to the Senate today. Nothing but tremendous respect for the law enforcement personnel and motor vehicle safety industry leaders who are the backbone of our shared North American economy. 🇨🇦🇺🇸🇲🇽