Debating Canada’s Future: The Gun Buyback Stalemate and Intergenerational Accountability

 

The Gun Buyback Isn’t Happening

 

 

 

 
HitlerTummy14 comment: “Idk why the average Canadian would even bother fighting. Not like theres much left worth protecting”

  darrylcote3971 comment: “@HitlerTummy14 guess we won’t count on you when the time comes. Great job 👏

 
 
Skills Gap Trainer comment:
 
“@ … Tummy14 sentiment is a reflection of a broader frustration, one felt by many Canadians, especially millennials and Gen Z. There is a grain of truth or a sentiment of authentic or rational quality at the beginning part of @ Tummy14 statement. This isn’t just about reciprocity but the perceived breaches in our intergenerational social contract. Reflecting upon Edmund Burke’s ideas, society should be a partnership that encompasses all generations. Sadly, many feel that recent generations have been left out of this partnership and that social contract breaches have occured.
 
It is these challenges that actually remind us of our inter-generational responsibilities, not only to our immediate community but to the generations that follow. One might argue, based on logic and principle, that it’s not worth or ethical to defending every facet of Canada, especially if certain aspects are philosophically or ethically compromised. However, even in its darkest times, there is very likely to be available a large group or large parts of Canada that uphold and symbolize the ideals and principles that are noble and righteous of the past, groups with ideas that have a lot of sense, even professional sense, the type of groups which created positive revolutions that led to development of nations and of empires.
 
While not all might rise to defend the entirety of the nation, there will always be those, guided by the philosophies of thinkers like Burke or Jefferson, who will stand for the values that bind us together and that are effective for family building and nation building. So, in the face of adversity, whether from subversive forces or external empire threats, it might be the case that Canada reacts in a fragmented way to any possible attack on its soil. And, it might end up that we see multiple coalitions or groups who stand to provide leadership or vision of the future.
 
In essence, while demoralization is understandable, it’s crucial to remember that there are always multiple leaders, can be one of the groups is the dark variant and the other is the ethical variant, fitting our good and evil archetypes, and it is worth fighting when one develops the perception and analysis ability required to detect which are the individuals/groups/movement worth defending, and those are probably groups or people today that are similar to the people who through revolution gave rise to great civilizations in the past. So in the worst case, if Canada in it’s entirety does not warrant a reciprocity in terms of defending it based on its social contract breaches, there are Canadians, Canadian groups and Canadian leaders who have not and will never break their social contracts and ethical contracts, and they are worth defending.”
 

  Skills Gap Trainer comment: “@ … Tummy14 Our team at SGT, and colleagues and friends of SGT, understand your sentiment. When you look at the landscape of Canada today, it’s hard not to feel a sense of disillusionment. There’s a pronounced inequity that’s hard to ignore, and seldom addressed within the House of Commons by some political factions other than the Conservatives. Public agencies, such as CMHC / zoning authorities responsible for allocating 16 million square km of land to the Millenials and Gen Z, consistently neglect to provide even 1 square km for the upcoming generations, with intricate land access procedures more complex than space shuttle engineering. Administrators in these sectors, some earning between 100k to 700k annually, seem prosperous, while our nation’s future — the young trailblazers with degrees in engineering, computer science, and other STEM fields — often barely get by, many earning just 5k to 7k annually from 2004 to 2023. This trend of sidelining millennials persisted for two decades, as we saw it in our community. The professionals locally discussed it in hushed tones, often preoccupied with their demanding professions, such as medical doctors, dentists, professors, engineers, CEOs, board of directors on various non-profit groups etc.. The setup often benefits the bureaucratic machine at the expense of genuine innovators. Such biases are evident during inflationary episodes, similar to those in Weimar Germany, where pay adjustments upwards that keep up with inflation are made predominantly for officials, sidelining the broader populace which are not adjusted up with inflation.

However, stay strong and hopeful! Succumbing to despair only bolsters those who’ve already taken so much. Do they truly merit another victory by bringing us down? Absolutely not!

Such lopsided reward systems propagate a narrative in North America that feels rather ‘anti-life.’ This viewpoint seems prevalent among the administrative echelons, appearing more negative than positive. The prevailing sentiment doesn’t seem inclined towards fostering a thriving next generation. It almost feels like a conscious effort to reward administrative roles over those who genuinely contribute to society and enhance Canada’s overall financial health, for instance: export sectors like commodities and technology. Reflect upon the hindrances faced by Canada’s economic machinery for almost a decade. All these make one ponder the true value and essence of Canadian identity.

Empowerment, sovereignty, and most importantly, the future, are all worth standing up for. The emerging generations, Millenials and Gen Z, face challenges to their prospective futures. By acquiring self-defense tools, memberships such as RPAL & CORE, HAM Radio/DMR, LoRA mesh communicators, STEM skills, hunting skills, camping skills and professional qualifications, Canadians signal more than just self-protection, resiliency, and capability to overcome any crises or challenge. They’re proclaiming, “I won’t be manipulated in this grand design. I reject your ‘anti-life’ perspective, and won’t let you dictate my autonomy, security, or financial decisions.”

The individual showcasing a firearms can also symbolizes resistance and aspirations to invest in sovereign alternative assets, akin to the prestige of a Rolex or Corvette. Such gestures, combined, form a collective stand against any oppressive forces or forces which seek to own that which does not belong to them. Despite the grim outlook, it’s crucial not to align with those promoting detrimental ideologies. Distance from those who appear to support restrictive agendas against youth or family prosperity. Remain vigilant and proactive. A true patriot isn’t overcome unless they abandon the cause. Our collective will, autonomy, and rejection of suppressive norms and overt ownership of our identity, our person, our family, and our place of residence, define our strength, not political commentary about what are strength is that is not really our true strength. Advocate for parties that prioritize the youth and future, not the past, fostering industrial, technological, and economic progress. That is the mistake we can fix that the older generations made, they prioritized the past, and forgot the importance of the future. Bu we can fix it!”  

colony007 comment: @skillsgaptrainer your depth is admirable.”

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Related books and resources:

“Reflections on the Revolution in France” by Edmund Burke: Burke’s philosophical treatise discusses the concept of social contracts and intergenerational responsibility, which is central to your discussion. It provides a foundational understanding of societal obligations across generations.

“The Better Angels of Our Nature: Why Violence Has Declined” by Steven Pinker: Pinker’s analysis of violence and safety through history could provide context for the debate on firearms policy and national resiliency.

“Canadian Firearms Law: Understanding The Real Issues” by Solomon Friedman: This book offers an overview of Canadian firearms law, which might help in understanding the legal backdrop against which Bill C-21 and gun buyback programs are set.

Generations: The History of America’s Future, 1584 to 2069” by William Strauss and Neil Howe: While focused on American history, this book offers insights into generational cycles and could provide a comparative perspective on intergenerational accountability in Canada.

“The Myth of the Rational Voter: Why Democracies Choose Bad Policies” by Bryan Caplan: Caplan’s exploration of democracy and public choice can add depth to discussions about political strategy and public perception, especially in the context of firearms policy.

Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community” by Robert D. Putnam: Putnam’s work on social capital and community engagement could enrich the conversation about community commitment and the sense of disillusionment expressed by citizens.

“Democracy in America” by Alexis de Tocqueville: Provides classical insights into democratic societies, including themes of civic responsibility and political neglect, relevant to the debate on Canadian identity and politics.

The Economics of Inequality” by Thomas Piketty: Piketty’s analysis of economic inequity can provide background for discussing administrative bias and economic equity in Canada.

“Why Nations Fail: The Origins of Power, Prosperity, and Poverty” by Daron Acemoglu and James Robinson: Offers insights into how political and economic institutions shape nations, relevant to discussions on systemic corruption and economic reform.

 
 
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