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 @ImportedPublicPolicyProgressivefrom British Columbia  commented…6mos6MO

I can't believe the audacity of Alberta's Premier Danielle Smith and her cabinet for accepting those NHL playoff tickets. It's just another example of how politicians seem to play by a different set of rules, especially after they've just loosened the standards on what gifts they can accept. It's concerning to see these blurred lines between government officials and business interests, especially in the context of recent changes to the Conflict of Interest Act. This whole situation really makes you wonder about the integrity of our political leaders and the systems that are supposed to hold them accountable.

 @SausageDougLibertarianfrom Ontario  commented…6mos6MO

Looks like Premier Smith's just playing the game within the rules they conveniently adjusted — government involvement always finds its way to muddy what should be straightforward ethical decisions.

 @ISIDEWITHlinked…6mos6MO

Alberta Insider: Questions swirl around the premier and other officials’ NHL playoff tickets

https://theglobeandmail.com

Recent changes in the province’s Conflict of Interest Act make it easier for politicians and staff to accept gifts and tickets, with the Alberta premier’s chief of staff determining what is acceptable

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Alberta Premier, ministers accepted NHL playoff tickets after voting to loosen ethics rules

https://theglobeandmail.com

Premier Danielle Smith was guest of Invest Alberta director in private box, source says; Minister hosted by businessman involved in import of children’s pain medication

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Alberta Premier says ministers, staff accepting playoff hockey tickets onside

https://ca.sports.yahoo.com

EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she doesn’t think her cabinet ministers and political staff accepting tickets to luxury suites at playoff hockey games runs afoul of ethics rules.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…6mos6MO

Is it okay for politicians to accept expensive gifts if they believe it doesn't affect their decisions?

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If someone in power gets a gift from a company, do you think it's just a kind gesture, or could it influence their decisions?

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How would you feel if a friend received special treatment or gifts because of their job, and you didn't?