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House Hansard - 25

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
February 7, 2022 11:00AM
Context: House Hansard - 25 - Feb/7/22
Ms. Lisa Marie Barron (Nanaimo—Ladysmith, NDP)
  • Feb/7/22 9:16:45 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, listening to my colleague, I cannot help but think of a quote by Desmond Tutu. He said, “If you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor.” Can the member explain how he can stand by silently, ignoring citizens who are being harassed and assaulted in their communities? How can he stand silently while displays of racism and anti-Semitism are waved in the streets of Ottawa, paralyzing a community with hate and fear? Can the member share when he will begin standing up for those who are oppressed and experiencing hate and racism?
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