Counterweights

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[Counterweights @counterweights]

In both latest Ipsos and Leger polls more than 70% of Albertans would support remaining in Canada. And this compares favourably enough with the 60% of Quebecers who voted to stay in Canada in the 1980 Quebec referendum (on ”sovereignty association”) : https://t.co/A7Mx8YXvPp

[Lee Orr @sparkyofAlberta]

BC’s Right-Wing Populists Have a New Queen. How Will Findlay Rule? | The Tyee https://t.co/gnqSUVQcsZ

[The Figen @TheFigen_]

The Construction of Medieval Castles still blows the mind.

A stunning 11th-century fortress perched on the rugged northeast coast of England in Northumberland.
One of the largest inhabited castles in the UK, it stands as a breathtaking reminder of medieval engineering.

[Native American History @alaska_godosiyo]

Yes Or No

[Rogelio Galván ll 🇩🇪🇲🇽 @GalvanPero55796]

"The afternoon is perfect for spending at the city library."

[Today in History @TodayinHistory]

George Orwell’s 1984 was published today in 1949.

“The Party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command.”

[guyfelicella🇨🇦🍁 @guyfelicella]

SHOCKING:
Turns out the loudest voices pushing Alberta separatism don't even live in Alberta... or Canada. 😂🇨🇦
https://t.co/lk8PLqF0Ro

[Richard Stengel @stengel]

I'm not sure if Gordon Wood has any equal as a historian of the founding era. His book "Empire of Liberty" is magnificent. His lifelong theme was how America became America and how we all became Americans. Nothing was ever sugar-coated. We may never see his life again. RIP. https://t.co/6rjBJCKqUR

[Travolax | Always Traveling @travolax]

Exploring Marseille, the oldest city in France.

[Brett Serjeantson @BSerjeantson]

Going to the Calder Cup baby!!! #marlies #LeafsForever

[Toronto Marlies @TorontoMarlies]

GOOD DAY TO HAVE A DAY AMIRITE!!!!

[Counterweights @counterweights]

In both latest Ipsos and Leger polls more than 70% of Albertans would support remaining in Canada. And this compares favourably enough with the 60% of Quebecers who voted to stay in Canada in the 1980 Quebec referendum (on ”sovereignty association”) : https://t.co/A7Mx8YXvPp

[Counterweights @counterweights]

And then, almost as close as modern media can get to the far north, on the shores of the greatest Great Lake : “Thunder Bay … First Nations say they’re being disrespected as tension rises with Thunder Bay police over missing persons” : https://t.co/TKH6OzOw4z

[Old Canada Series @oldcanadaseries]

82 years ago today. Canada lands on Juno Beach. #DDay 🇨🇦

[Ryan @ryanphanna]

The people yearn for pedestrianized streets

[🌸🎵 Beautiful Melody 🎶💖 @Ducnghia16]

A breathtaking performance by the legendary drummer and bandleader Buddy Rich

[Polling Canada @CanadianPolling]

Government Approval Under Mark Carney:

Approve: 52%
Disapprove: 31%

Abacus / June 2, 2026

[Mark Carney @MarkJCarney]

When people see a maple leaf on a uniform, they see hope. They get help.

On Canadian Armed Forces Day, we honour the women and men who defend our sovereignty. They represent the very best of Canada.

[Counterweights @counterweights]

Separatism not looked on with great interest by close to three-quarters of Alberta’s free and democratic Canadians : https://t.co/A7Mx8YXvPp

[Global Statistics @Globalstats11]

Down Under Kangaroo Land? 🇦🇺

🟦 More Kangaroo
🟥 More People