2008-06-05

Dean Steacey: Model Of Intellectual Brilliance; Defender Of All Things Human

We often hear about the police state that apparently exists down South. But what about Canada? Hate to break it to us Canadians, but we clearly have one too. Some guy - let's call him Richard Warman - wants to ban websites that Canadians shouldn't be viewing.

Excuse me, um, Richard. But who the heck are you and how dare you anyway?

It reminded me of a quote I heard not so long ago that left me perplexed.

I shamelessly copy/paste from wiki:

"In an exchange during the Marc Lemire case, Canadian Human Rights Commission (HRC) investigator Dean Steacy was asked "What value do you give freedom of speech when you investigate?" Dean responded: "Freedom of speech is an American concept, so I don't give it any value." The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms refers to "freedom of expression" whereas the U.S. Constitution refers to "freedom of speech."

Tomato, tomahto?

Very well, so what's Canada's angle on freedom then Dean ma'boy?

That was a useless response if there ever was one. It's right up there with between period interviews in hockey or sideline reporters questioning football coaches before they head to the locker room.

God help us all. Canada, the United States, everyone. For people who speak unintelligible languages now hold great positions in places that hold power.

Where do we find these people?

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