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Originally Posted by FireFly
The reason which we wish to abolish section three is not because we want to allow hate speech at all, rather so that people are not brought forth on charges for 'perceived intent'.
Ezra Levant was brought forth on charges under this code for publishing the Muhammed cartoons. Remember that? Do you think he was inciting hatred?
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Nope, definitely not, and I was not aware of that.
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It's taken away our freedom to disagree. Funny because a scathing article was published in Sherwood Park the day that Paul Hinman spoke out in the legislature against the hate crimes perpetrated on the Jewish community in Calgary - Glenmore. But feel free to listen to the fear-mongerers.
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a scathing article on what?
anyhow, thank you for replying, and thanks for the clarification. I appreciate it. Perhaps I did fall for fearmonger tactics.
However, since you seem to be involved with the party, I suggest you think of telling someone not to be so obscure in the meaning of striking this act in your list of policies, and also to give an explanation for something this controversial. As you were able to quickly and efficiently explain the policy, it would be perhaps wise to do so on your website and instantly respond to the fearmongering so perhaps people like myself won't be lead so easily to buying into it.
Not saying I suddenly agree with the policy, just that your reasoned response is appreciated and is food for thought.