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Originally Posted by Fuzz
I think it's rational because no one can anticipate all future circumstances. For instance, lets say a deadly virus shows up for which we have no defences, and charter rights prevent protecting the needless deaths of millions, well, that might be a good time to use it. I'm sure we can imagine a few scenarios it does make sense.
I think we need to amend its use though. If a govenrment invokes it, they must also commit to an election within 6 months so the public can judge them on it and hold them to account. Alternatively, they can campaign on the exact bill they plan to introduce and if elected, they would not need to comply with the 6 month rule. I think that woudl give a lot of governments pause on using it.
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We live in the internet era. Notwithstanding clause usage can very much be voted on in a referendum with at least 72 hours to submit a vote.