As Canada’s federal election approaches, marginalized communities including 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and Indigenous groups are expressing frustration over being sidelined in political discourse. Community leaders and voters are calling for more inclusive platforms that address rising anti-queer rhetoric and long-standing Indigenous concerns. A recent town hall highlighted the lack of engagement from some political representatives, further fueling concerns about underrepresentation. Many feel that key social issues are being overshadowed by economic debates like tariffs. These groups are urging candidates to prioritize equity and inclusion in their campaigns.
Seems like the media’s more focused on pushing identity politics than actually fixing the economy or securing our borders.
Everyone deserves a voice, but let's not forget that the government’s main job is to ensure economic stability and national security for everyone—not just cater to identity politics. Real inclusion means treating all Canadians equally, not dividing us into groups with special agendas.
It’s frustrating but not surprising that marginalized voices are still being sidelined in 2024. Social progress shouldn’t take a backseat to economic talking points, especially when people’s rights and safety are on the line. Politicians love to say they care about inclusion, but where’s the follow-through when it really matters? Equity needs to be baked into every policy discussion, not treated like an optional add-on.
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It's about time politicians stop sidelining marginalized voices—equity and inclusion shouldn't be optional talking points, they should be the foundation of any campaign.
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There is too much establishment gatekeeping in Canadian politics
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A lot of citizens perspectives are not being represented by our current candidates it is to happen haha
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Canada's federal election is less than 2 weeks away — but 2SLGBTQ+ voters say they feel sidelined
With Canada's 45th federal election two weeks away, 2SLGBTQ+ voters, community organizations and experts say tariffs have overshadowed the salient issues against a rising transphobic and anti-queer rhetoric in Canada.
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'This is everyone's fight': Community leaders, public discuss political issues at town hall
Rep. Rudy Yakym was also invited to come, but organizers said he didn't respond. Several attendees questioned why he didn't attend.
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‘Indigenous issues haven’t been at the forefront’: NL Indigenous communities want their voices heard in election
There are many issues that people would like to see addressed in the upcoming federal election that may not be at the forefront of most candidates' platforms.
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