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[Locke]

Originally Posted by Shazam

Should've elected the Rhino Party and annexed the USA when we had the chance.

Remember that time we were supposed to annex Turks & Caicos? That would have been cool.

Or that time Iceland wanted to use the Canadian Dollar? That would have been neat.

[Brendone]

Originally Posted by Sliver

I'm really proud of her and I think you guys that think what she is doing is 'annoying' are total losers.

I didn’t say I find it annoying, and I’m polite. If I really found them annoying I’d put up a “No Soliciting” sign. The barrage of Driveway coating and Pesticide companies that are a few weeks from showing up have me tempted, but not what your wife is doing. I’m just saying I’ve never had anyone bring me information I needed, or didn’t already have.

[Locke]

Originally Posted by Brendone

I didn’t say I find it annoying, and I’m polite. If I really found them annoying I’d put up a “No Soliciting” sign. The barrage of Driveway coating and Pesticide companies that are a few weeks from showing up have me tempted, but not what your wife is doing. I’m just saying I’ve never had anyone bring me information I needed, or didn’t already have.

I have 3 that make me get murdery....

Duct Cleaning services, Search Engine Optimization Services and, the worst of the worst...point of sale services!

[Brendone]

Originally Posted by Locke

I have 3 that make me get murdery....

Duct Cleaning services, Search Engine Optimization Services and, the worst of the worst...point of sale services!

I’ve never had duct cleaning come to the door. They phone and then make rude insinuations about my mother when I ask to speak to their managers.

[Locke]

Originally Posted by Brendone

I’ve never had duct cleaning come to the door. They phone and then make rude insinuations about my mother when I ask to speak to their managers.

I was talking about cold-calling in general not just door-to-door.

[fotze2]

Originally Posted by Sliver

Honestly, you wouldn't think it works, but it does. Yesterday she engaged with a family 'on the fence' and they wanted to know more about the LGBTQ stance of the party and our candidate specifically. My wife shared with them what she could, and asked if they'd like a follow up from the candidate. They did, and she set it up.

Every democracy does this. Like, literally, every candidate. From JFK, to Obama, to AOC (her worn out shoes from canvassing are in the Smithsonian, I believe).

You mostly get closed doors, but that doesn't mean it's fruitless and it is a part of the responsibility of engaging in our democracy

It's also one of many tactics. She has spent hours on the phone. Mostly gets 'no thank yous,' but also gets people willing to share, talk and engage. On the phones she talks to people from across Canada. She's learned a lot about the concerns of people who work in auto manufacturing in Ontario, for example, which has forced her to learn the platforms of both parties on that front so she can speak with them on the issues. Really healthy for East and West Canadians to engage in this way.

I'm really proud of her and I think you guys that think what she is doing is 'annoying' are total losers. She is trying to help Canada.

You calling me a loser?

[bizaro86]

Originally Posted by Sliver

I'm really proud of her and I think you guys that think what she is doing is 'annoying' are total losers. She is trying to help Canada.

I mean, someone coming to your house and interrupting you to try and convince you to share their beliefs is sort of objectively annoying.

I'm not saying buddy should have been rude/threatening to her at all - that's a garbage person acting like garbage. But by canvassing for anything you've decided that what you're doing is worth interrupting people for.

[fotze2]

I’m thinking of canvassing my neighborhood to convince people that cilantro is the best spice in the world. For the good of our cilantro growing industry which in turn makes me a patriot of Canada. Or……I could also just fata off.


Ps I love cilantro

[Coach]

I also love cilantro. Hating it is a stupid trend.

[Shazam]

My oldest daughter hates cilantro. Just doesn't like the taste.

[bizaro86]

Originally Posted by Coach

I also love cilantro. Hating it is a stupid trend.

I like cilantro, but I think disliking the taste is actually genetic.

Probably harder to talk people out of that than their politics or religion...

[Titan2]

Originally Posted by bizaro86

I mean, someone coming to your house and interrupting you to try and convince you to share their beliefs is sort of objectively annoying.

I'm not saying buddy should have been rude/threatening to her at all - that's a garbage person acting like garbage. But by canvassing for anything you've decided that what you're doing is worth interrupting people for.

I agree on religion and people trying to sell you something. It is different with politics. We are part of a society and we should all participate in the conversation about how our country/city/province should be run. These people believe that so much they are willing to literally com to your doorstep to try to engage you in this conversation. I think it is important for democracy and society.

I am sorry this happened to your wife Sliver. Its too bad we don't know specifically which house this happened at...

Landman. Thumpers. Sandbox. Enough said.

[Wormius]

Originally Posted by bizaro86

I like cilantro, but I think disliking the taste is actually genetic.

Probably harder to talk people out of that than their politics or religion...

Family of 4 - two hate it and two are indifferent. Nobody loves it though.

I don’t think it adds anything, like the same way nobody would be disappointed if there was no parsley on a dish.

[Sliver]

Originally Posted by Wormius

Family of 4 - two hate it and two are indifferent. Nobody loves it though.

I don’t think it adds anything, like the same way nobody would be disappointed if there was no parsley on a dish.

I have a bay leaf ban in my house. They don't do jack #### and I'm not paying another cent in my whole life for them. Total scam.

[Scroopy Noopers]

Originally Posted by Wormius

Family of 4 - two hate it and two are indifferent. Nobody loves it though.

I don’t think it adds anything, like the same way nobody would be disappointed if there was no parsley on a dish.

For me it’s more similar to squeezing fresh lime on something. Makes it pop and tastes so fresh.

[troutman]

People (mostly men) - don’t fold your bills in 4 sections. Pain in the ass for cashiers, and VLT attendants.

[Locke]

Originally Posted by troutman

People (mostly men) - don’t fold your bills in 4 sections. Pain in the ass for cashiers, and VLT attendants.

I fold all of my bills into origami cranes.

[troutman]

Originally Posted by topfiverecords

I'm sure someone here would be willing to pop a Liberal election sign on his lawn.

The last NDP sign I had (provincial election) was stolen within 24 hours. West Hillhurst.

[Locke]

Originally Posted by troutman

The last NDP sign I had (provincial election) was stolen within 24 hours. West Hillhurst.

Mine too.

I dont like identifying my political leanings but I really hate Smith so I made an exception but I dont even think mine lasted 24 hours.

[btimbit]

Originally Posted by troutman

The last NDP sign I had (provincial election) was stolen within 24 hours. West Hillhurst.

Originally Posted by Locke

Mine too.

I dont like identifying my political leanings but I really hate Smith so I made an exception but I dont even think mine lasted 24 hours.

Yep, same in Evergreen. It didn't last a day