Mike Middleton

Teacher and recovering Political Scientist with an interest in Canadian Policy. Spare time spent climbing rocks and drinking copious amounts of coffee.

[Mike Middleton @MiddletonMike]

@mynamesnotgordy Not your best

[Mike Middleton @MiddletonMike]

@vmkitchen @channelera LOVE zotero

[Mike Middleton @MiddletonMike]

Is it me or was hockey once played 5 on 5??? 🤔 Absolute garbage officiating #nhl #TBLvsTOR

[Mike Middleton @MiddletonMike]

John Mearshiemer prdicting Ukraine 7 years ago. Realists are deeply unpopular in Canadian universities, maybe it's time to evaluate theories on merit rather than the extent to which we like the answers they produce. https://t.co/bRjGDHwc1B
#UkraineWar #canpoli #polisc

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While discussing the disastrous effects that Putin's nuclear threats will have on proliferation, we should also mention that the US has also undermined the nonproliferation regime by developing "tactical" nuclear weapons. ALL nukes are bad nukes #nuclear #UkraineRussiaWar

[Mike Middleton @MiddletonMike]

Beyond the obvious concern for the people of Ukraine. Perhaps the most dangerous development from this crisis is the normalization of nuclear weapons. #canpoli #UkraineRussiaWar

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@Sflecce By the way. I do not claim to know the details of the case which inspired Lecce's post but I have seen the horrific effects of classroom violence in staff and students.

[Mike Middleton @MiddletonMike]

@Sflecce Teachers have no ability to respond to violence in the classroom short of asking them to stop, getting physically assaulted themselves or evacuating the classroom. Anyone interested in this issue should read this: https://t.co/DBG9SEbu9q

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@vmkitchen As a leaf fan I am too damaged to complain about SIRI not picking Toronto for the Stanley Cup. I do however take issue with the fact the "she/it" does not know who Mitch Marner is......

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Russian Ambassador chairing the UNSC meeting #UN #RussiaUkraineConflict

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Though I'm not a "Putinologist" by any means, I have always thought that his actions are driven more by domestic political considerations than international realpolitik. He is opportunistic and egotistical. Two traits that make compromise very hard to achieve #Ukraine #canpoli

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Stay safe everyone

[Ottawa Times 🇨🇦 @Ottawa_Times]

Rideau Centre has been evacuated…

[Mike Middleton @MiddletonMike]

Having my tiny car stopped at a police checkpoint on my way into work seems excessive.
#convy #ottawa #canpoli

[Mike Middleton @MiddletonMike]

@Sflecce Also....shouldn't we wait until the person is actually convicted before destroying their reputation by informing the entire community they have been charged with a crime. You know...due process and all that pesky rights stuff

[Mike Middleton @MiddletonMike]

@Sflecce I fully support stiff consequences for teachers convicted of sexual assault or any crime involving a minor but "criminal code offence" might be a bit broad. Should loitering be career ending? Probably not.

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@vmkitchen @caredunton @srdjanvucetic Hey @caredunton. I'm always game to connect my students with people in the field.

[Mike Middleton @MiddletonMike]

@OverDrive1050 Hayes saying that the rabbit is "scaring his children" is the most Toronto thing I have ever heard. Shame on you @jamiemclennan29

[Charlie Angus @CharlieAngusNDP]

The convoy crew have told me I will be jailed, charged with war crimes and sent to hell.
Now we are being warned they are targeting our staff and our homes.
I have work to do in Ottawa and my staff are there to help people through this pandemic.
I will not be intimidated.

[Mike Middleton @MiddletonMike]

Tried explaining telephone operators to my kids and stumbled across this gem. Just wait until the part about male operators 😂. As the parent of a 6yr old boy I verify this video. https://t.co/tAH2kuX7AL

#History #telephone

[Mike Middleton @MiddletonMike]

@vmkitchen Year 3....gross. Not sure I would want to keep a running tally either. Denial is more my game