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Originally Posted by CliffFletcher
I do wonder if the urban elites in Toronto and Vancouver cheerfully proclaiming the decline of the energy industry understand how important resources are to maintaining a strong working/middle class in this country. A strong resources sector has been our main bulwark against the deep socio-economic divisions that have become evident in the UK and U.S.
But like their counterparts in London and San Francisco, I get the impression these folks think everyone can and should just become a software developer, open a bistro, or work for the government in urban planning.
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Such a true and fantastic post I had to share it on Facebook. My thoughts 100% exactly. I'm glad I poked my nose into this thread