Peter Menzies: Latest Internet Bill Threatens Our Freedoms; the Official Opposition Should Oppose It

Commentary

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre once promised to make Canada “the freest country on earth.”

This message resonated with the party membership, leading Mr. Poilievre to win the Conservative Party of Canada leadership on the first ballot.

He highlighted the threats to freedom, such as big government imposing vaccine mandates and attacking various freedoms like freedom of expression, religion, enterprise, and trade.

Mr. Poilievre emphasized the importance of each generation standing up to fight for their freedoms, aiming to defend and preserve them for future generations.

However, it is surprising that two years later, Mr. Poilievre’s party supported the passage of intrusive and freedom-restricting legislation.

The bill’s vague definition of “sexually explicit material” and requirements for age verification have sparked debates about its potential consequences on internet access and privacy.

Despite good intentions, the bill’s implications on accessing online content and the storage of personal information raise red flags among experts and critics.

With the bill heading back to the House of Commons for a vote, concerns remain about its potential impact on Canadians’ freedom, especially considering the party’s initial goal of making Canada the freest country on earth.

It is essential to consider the implications of such legislation on freedom and privacy in the digital age.

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