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Semantic discourse categories assigned by Claude Haiku — 14 DH-informed categories classifying how commenters frame their arguments.
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Policy Critique
5,980 comments
Excellent work Premier ! About time Albertans got a say in how this province is run ! No doubt it'll be mostly about sending a message but the feds had better start listening. The important …
Excellent work Premier ! About time Albertans got a say in how this province is run ! No doubt it'll be mostly about sending a message but the feds had better start listening. The important referendum depends on Ottawa showing more respect than they have in the past.
Commenter praises the referendum initiative while critiquing federal government policy and demanding better treatment from Ottawa.
@BrianFantana-v2f
Feb 20, 2026
They won't do anything. They won't even charge or send them back to India.
They won't do anything. They won't even charge or send them back to India.
Criticizes government inaction on deportations and enforcement, expressing frustration with policy implementation.
@krisdoke
Feb 19, 2026
Literally imported voters. And to compliment carney for reducing the numbers is stupid because theyre still high, and now that theyve brought so many in, bringing in a little less is all performative. And based …
Literally imported voters.
And to compliment carney for reducing the numbers is stupid because theyre still high, and now that theyve brought so many in, bringing in a little less is all performative. And based on your view on it, clearly it works. They still have way too many people coming in, who we pay for, who vote for them.
Critiques immigration policy as performative and politically motivated, with concerns about fiscal burden and voting patterns.
-8h-
Feb 19, 2026
Consequences of mass immigration Thank a liberal
Consequences of mass immigration
Thank a liberal
Blames mass immigration and liberal government policy for negative consequences, with partisan framing.
@affanculo
Feb 20, 2026
Nothing will happen ! Thank you Liberals !
Nothing will happen !
Thank you Liberals !
Expresses skepticism that government action will be effective, with partisan blame toward Liberals.
@CB5541g
Feb 20, 2026
I’m conservative, and F Kenney, that pos sold us out in Alberta with the bullshit vaxx flip flopping ass clown
I’m conservative, and F Kenney, that pos sold us out in Alberta with the bullshit vaxx flip flopping ass clown
Conservative commenter criticizing a provincial politician's policy flip-flopping on vaccination, expressing political dissatisfaction.
MrDausen
Feb 19, 2026
And stil Canadians are stupid enough to keep the liberals in power.
And stil Canadians are stupid enough to keep the liberals in power.
Criticizes Canadian voters for supporting the Liberal government, framing them as foolish for their political choices.
raff5604
Feb 19, 2026
I am sure should they appear before a judge they will be let off for some unreal reason. Our courts are absolutely shameful.
I am sure should they appear before a judge they will be let off for some unreal reason. Our courts are absolutely shameful.
Criticizes the judicial system for allegedly being lenient on immigration-related offenders.
@judymilford9453
Feb 19, 2026
Trudue neeeds to be thrown in jail for this
Trudue neeeds to be thrown in jail for this
Criticizes government leadership (Trudeau) and implicitly calls for legal accountability.
@Freeburningpapers
Feb 19, 2026
Every politician wants to be in power, liberals want to stay in power forever. So they make illegals Legolas, the more the Better, give them benefits, heath care .. corrupt the media .. 1984 .. …
Every politician wants to be in power, liberals want to stay in power forever. So they make illegals Legolas, the more the Better, give them benefits, heath care .. corrupt the media .. 1984 .. is here but on steroids. Alberta must leave what used to be Canada asap.
Criticizes Liberal immigration policy as deliberately legalizing undocumented immigrants for political gain, with conspiratorial and separatist undertones.
firstlast-gr9xs
Feb 19, 2026
What about the other 5 million..smoke & mirrors
What about the other 5 million..smoke & mirrors
Questions government statistics or policy effectiveness while implying deception ('smoke & mirrors') in immigration numbers.
@Cali736
Feb 19, 2026
I am an engineer and my wife is a doctor, but if we wanted to go to Canada as tourists, you wouldn't grant visas to Turkish citizens.
I am an engineer and my wife is a doctor, but if we wanted to go to Canada as tourists, you wouldn't grant visas to Turkish citizens.
Shares personal credentials while criticizing Canadian visa policy as discriminatory toward Turkish citizens.
kucukercü
Jan 27, 2026
And all thanks to Trudeau! 👏👏👏 Btw any apologies for the illegal use of the emergency measure act? Anything? 🤷♂️ Anything from the dirtbag liberal MPs who are still in cabinet? 🖕
And all thanks to Trudeau! 👏👏👏 Btw any apologies for the illegal use of the emergency measure act? Anything? 🤷♂️ Anything from the dirtbag liberal MPs who are still in cabinet? 🖕
Blames Trudeau for immigration problems and sarcastically demands accountability for emergency measures.
@AlexS-wb7zi
Feb 19, 2026
What a surprise. Expecting voluntary compliance from known criminals is not just naive, it is negligent and foolish. These federal authorities are the leaders of this nation so God give us strength. Provincial boundaries are …
What a surprise. Expecting voluntary compliance from known criminals is not just naive, it is negligent and foolish. These federal authorities are the leaders of this nation so God give us strength. Provincial boundaries are good for more than just managing trade.
Criticizes federal authorities for naive enforcement policies toward known criminals while expressing security concerns.
enkhyy
Feb 18, 2026
Jason Kenny? The guy who spearheaded the unconstitutional pandemic/injection oppressive, anti Charter of Rights and Freedoms and pushed out of power in disgrace as a complete failure who turned his back on his citizenry? That's …
Jason Kenny? The guy who spearheaded the unconstitutional pandemic/injection oppressive, anti Charter of Rights and Freedoms and pushed out of power in disgrace as a complete failure who turned his back on his citizenry? That's Jason Kenny?
Attacks Jason Kenny's pandemic policies and governance record, framing him as a failed leader who violated constitutional rights.
tgmotz
Feb 18, 2026
Importing votes. Hthe Laurentian Libetal elites don't have to live with the consequences, secure in their gated Canadian communites and Florida/Arizona condos.
Importing votes. Hthe Laurentian Libetal elites don't have to live with the consequences, secure in their gated Canadian communites and Florida/Arizona condos.
Alleges government uses immigration for electoral advantage while elites avoid consequences, combining class and political criticism.
Identity Assertion
0.80
pkjohnston
Feb 18, 2026
The government needs to much more thoroughly vet people before allowing them to enter Canada.
The government needs to much more thoroughly vet people before allowing them to enter Canada.
Calls for stricter vetting procedures before immigration, critiquing current government policy.
Policy Critique
0.80
@davidmiles8423
Feb 19, 2026
No one is going to do anything and people will keep voting for the liberal/NDP party. If they do something it will hurt someone's feeling.
No one is going to do anything and people will keep voting for the liberal/NDP party. If they do something it will hurt someone's feeling.
Critiques political inaction and voter behavior, arguing that elected officials avoid tough immigration enforcement due to political sensitivity.
kmahan7754
Feb 18, 2026
Best case scenario, it will take us 20-30 years to bring the immigration numbers to sustainable levels, and to restore the faith in the system. But realistically, the mess Liberals created, will impact us for …
Best case scenario, it will take us 20-30 years to bring the immigration numbers to sustainable levels, and to restore the faith in the system. But realistically, the mess Liberals created, will impact us for generations to come.
Criticizes Liberal immigration policy as creating unsustainable conditions with generational consequences.
Justaperson717
Feb 18, 2026
Federal immigration laws caused the problem to begin with . Ever notice the government and media never admit any wrong doing or take responsibility for any wrong doing .
Federal immigration laws caused the problem to begin with . Ever notice the government and media never admit any wrong doing or take responsibility for any wrong doing .
Critiques federal immigration law as root cause while arguing government avoids accountability and responsibility.
travispolson6156
Feb 18, 2026
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Identity Assertion
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Solidarity
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Tyler Oliveira
400
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JamCan
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Policy Critique
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2,078
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89
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Fear / Threat
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1,549
CNN
1,332
RocaNews
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JamCan
204
Toronto Sun
118
Meta-Commentary
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CTV News
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Unverified Claim
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704
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