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Originally Posted by Resolute 14
how far do we allow this alleged "reconciliation" to go and how many historical figures are erased before the inevitable push back blows up in everyone's faces?
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There is no magic finish line, but if we could get to a point where all indigenous people in Canada have access to clean drinking water that would be a nice milestone.
Who is being harmed by the removal?
Imagine you were sexually abused by leaders in the catholic church. Could you see how it might be troubling to swear on a bible in a courtroom?
I don't have a strong opinion either way on this. It is clear that it is immensely challenging to make any practical progress towards reconciliation. If this is an opportunity than can at least be somewhat meaningful (even if not practical) without any practical drawbacks, then what's the problem?