Liberal-appointed Senator denounces Liberal 'censorship' bill

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New Brunswick senator David Richards denounced Bill C-11, the Online Streaming Act, in a Jan. 31 address to the Senate chamber. Richards was an acclaimed novelist before being appointed to the Senate by Justin Trudeau in 2017. In a speech that compared Bill C-11 to Nazi propaganda and Soviet censorship, Richards said the law “will be one of scapegoating all those who do not fit into what our bureaucrats think Canada should be.”

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Gianluca D ヶ月前

Wow, a Liberal with an ounce of dignity, hats of to this man.

Aaron Carricato 29 日前

Senator Richards deserves a standing ovation ! Thank you sir for your effort to save Canada 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

Handfullll ヶ月前

He's not a Liberal though.

FrankM ヶ月前

Senator Richards is an independent senator. As the title says, he was appointed under liberal government - and yes, prime ministers appoint senators who they feel will align with their party, but there is no obligation for senators to join any party. For senator Richards, there is not one party in which he solely aligns with, votes with or sits amongst. He is an extremely dignified man. Political viewpoints aside, at least have the ~dignity~ to familiarize yourself with the members of senate before you rank their personal characteristics.

adam ヶ月前

@Andrew Wilgress Are you an American?

Zoltan P ヶ月前

All Canadians stand with you senator. God bless you .

C C ヶ月前

@b b pants on fire?

Zoltan P ヶ月前

@Chris Curtis Agreed

C C ヶ月前

@Snowbird can you give the lay man some background here. Whats going on?

Glen Robinson ヶ月前

Thank you for speaking out. Down with Bill C-11. Down with the brutal Dictator.

adam 24 日前

@sojrnrR what does any of that have to do with the CRTC being given the power to collect money from streaming companies?

sojrnrR 25 日前

@anonymous anonymous On those five points, Harper of the co-opted conservative ideology already did that.

sojrnrR 25 日前

@adam Apparently you are ignorant of the difference between leftist (extremists) and Liberal (saner politic).

Scott Cook ヶ月前

This bill must be defeated!

Anna Lisa Vajda 29 日前

Yes and they will determine the context of everything to suit their own narratives henceforth.

Louise Dagenais ヶ月前

You mean should have been.

veryhappy ヶ月前

@Myles it could not have passed totally......we can't have it passed. NO WAY!

Laura Vettoretti ヶ月前

Thank you Senator. I hope your colleagues were listening. And all Canadians.

Laura Vettoretti ヶ月前

@BenMJay that's too good!

OR RichardPo ヶ月前

They listened based on the outcome. They just did not hear the words of a man with integrity. Something they lack.

Leslie Ross ヶ月前

How could a free Canadian vote for this bill. It is the beginning of the end.

Leslie Ross ヶ月前

@J.314 Check your meds Shelly. Read the instructions. You are not in touch.

adam ヶ月前

Keep Calm I have read the bill thoroughly and I cannot see any enhancement, change or ability for the CRTC to actively censor media in any way. So yes, please explain to me how this bill does that. It has been actively overseeing the radio/TV/Movie industry with nearly the exact same powers as before and I watched a lot of American TV on supposedly Canadian TV growing up so all I see is people yelling censorship w/o actually giving a reason or mechanism to allow it to occur.

Gergana Tzoneva ヶ月前

This is the only really honest and intelligent speech I have ever heard in a government institution. It needs to be shared high and wide so people know that not every single person in Canadian government is coward and/or corrupted. Senator Richards, you are The Man!

DeadHouse ヶ月前

Every Canadian that is censored needs to challenge this in court. This is a direct violation of charter rights. Freedom of expression.

Kyra ヶ月前

Those who speak up for what is right are a threat to those who want absolute control, over everything, domineering over a herd of sheep and robots That’s why they try to silence all speech, expression and action against them It’s all about ego, power and control, whether it’s right or wrong. They don’t care about the suffering (physical or mental) of those that happens when the truth is not shared. As the saying goes, “When you tear out a man's tongue, you are not proving him a liar, you're only telling the world that you fear what he might say.” ― George R.R. Martin

Loriana Di Natale ヶ月前

Exactly

jO ETHI ヶ月前

Let's overturn this dreadful undemocratic decision when we have a change of government.

D Gal ヶ月前

The man is a hero. Thank you David Richards for standing up and sharing your insight and integrity. We can only hope that the rest of the Senate has Canada in mind and not any hidden agenda.

Louise Dagenais ヶ月前

Like supporting the WEF.

alexeigrayling ヶ月前

Thank you, Senator! Common sense should win.

Chuck Crawley ヶ月前

This gentleman is the sole reason we refer to the Senate as “the house of sober second thought”. Very well articulated sir.

Think Faster ヶ月前

Brave man. Brings hope to Canadians. Thanks for posting.

annette mac donald ヶ月前

So rare to see a Canadian politician take such a strong stand and have no agenda but to do what is right

Think Faster ヶ月前

@Sheila Hall well aware of that…senator’s comments against liberal govt. brings hope that they are beginning to come to their senses..

Sheila Hall ヶ月前

It's been passed

Oceanside ヶ月前

We Must Uphold FREE SPEECH!!

adam ヶ月前

@Tuhljin Tampergauge I know what *they* think but no one here can tell me how. Because it's all weak. I can't argue with an article but I can argue with people insulting me. So argue with me and stop hiding.

Tuhljin Tampergauge ヶ月前

@adamExcept for all the people who wrote massive articles about it, or talked about it for many minutes or hours. You just don't listen.

adam ヶ月前

Keep Calm The one thing no one can tell me is how this will suppress free speech...

wisestein ヶ月前

Wow, I didn't intend to watch this, it just came on in the background...but this guy absolutely rocks. Really gives me a sense of relief to know there are people like this in the senate who are willing to speak out against authoritarians so unapologetically and point the finger. Thank you Mr Richards!

James Love-Vani ヶ月前

Person. " ... to know there is a person like this in the senate ..."

Joshua Farden ヶ月前

Read his novels.

Robyn Guinn ヶ月前

I belong in the Canada this man remembers, not the one we have now, the one we miss dearly. Thank you Senator Richards for your honesty, a rare thing from a liberal under this trudeau regime.

T Ratzz ヶ月前

Thank you David for putting your party to the one side and speak from your heart on behalf of what's best for Canadians. You are brave. I wish more members of your party and others would speak up against this bill and stop worrying about aligence to their party or leader or to keep their job but instead stand for what's best for our country. This bill is nothing but censorship against its own people.

Arlene Gojocco ヶ月前

You took the words right out of my mouth!!!

adam ヶ月前

if this guy rattled off any more buzz-words, he would be mistaken for a GOP senator.

Joanne McClelland ヶ月前

Bless you, Senator Richards! Honest, insightful, and courageous. I salute you sir for your bravery, you are on the right side of history.

Shar ヶ月前

Many have died for freedom to speak. David Richards is a man of integrity with a moral backbone. Freedom is freedom!!!

Tuhljin Tampergauge ヶ月前

To paraphrase Patton, the aim of war isn't to die for your ideals; it's to make the enemy die for opposing them.

lifeofluke ヶ月前

Extremely disappointing to see the senate passed C-11, but at least David Richards has common sense

Phillip Proussier ヶ月前

@lifeofluke Ah, OK then. Thanks! Cheers.

lifeofluke ヶ月前

@Phillip Proussier I'm paraphrasing here, but he said that the amendments on C-11 have been passed by the Senate, now it goes back to the House to be voted on there. C-11 in its original state has not been passed

Phillip Proussier ヶ月前

@lifeofluke Yes, Frankbullitt´s comment is not there. What did he say?

Saijen ヶ月前

@lifeofluke What did Frank say? His comment isn't showing up for me.

xTrickster ヶ月前

Fantastic speech. I appreciate your help and effort.

Rety Fuller ヶ月前

Who in the right mind would approve this bill😢? No government should censor freedom of speech 😢

Thomas Cawston ヶ月前

If government was in charge of art then there would be no art. Colors would be considered racist, shapes would be considered trabsphobic, all sounds would be considered hate speech, and taste would be considered sexual assault. This was a fantastic speech and needs to be spread.

Context ヶ月前

This man has earned my respect.

Ida Greenwood ヶ月前

Canadian culture can stand in its own two feet! Thank you for fighting against this nonsense and oppression!

Alan Macphail ヶ月前

@Phillip Proussier They've been deleted

Phillip Proussier ヶ月前

@Alan Macphail Did you imagine ad hominem? I didn´t see any on this thread.

Alan Macphail ヶ月前

@max Ad hominem attacks are typical of those who really shouldn't be on the internet.

Ryan Loughnane ヶ月前

David Richards thank you for coming forth with such bravery to stand up against the oppression! I feel proud to have grown up in NB knowing a man like you come from there too. I know what it’s like to feel excluded from this country growing up in the Maritimes. You’re a real hero David Richards!

Brandon Fasan ヶ月前

Very well-spoken, thank you for standing up against c11

Nat Calverley ヶ月前

The very fact someone would think you need government oversight over speech , writing or art is a sign of pure evil. Unless we are talking about criminal behaviour such as child porn or snuff movies hands off. Wonderful speech by a Liberal of old . For the record I am a conservative and I tip my hand to this man’s speech. Thank you sir for your brilliant speech .

Joyce Peterson ヶ月前

hard to believe this man hails from the liberals. A breath of fresh air. Thank you, sir.

James Love-Vani ヶ月前

Interesting to behold how little the conservatives are doing about it

Sandra Bliss ヶ月前

Bravo 👏👏👏 Well spoken Well said. Hopefully the powers that be will hear this Clear message and vote NO to Bill C11, otherwise we are doomed as a Nation! I commend you for standing up for what is right. You have given us hope that there is some sanity left in this country. Thank-you!

Peggy Lee ヶ月前

Amazing Man With Powerful Words.. God Bless him and every other man & woman whom stand for freedom of WE The Canadian People 🇨🇦🙏🇨🇦

Mumbai ヶ月前

Listening to this and coming from a liberal , it lifts a stone from my heart. (Leaving the censorship before, and saying that I’am not 100% Canadian but I am more Canadian than ever before)

LMLM LMLM ヶ月前

Thank you Senator!! Thank you for your integrity and courage!

Traylynn S ヶ月前

Thank you Hon. Richards, finally someone who gets it, someone with a brain!

Ralex ヶ月前

This man is on the right side of history

Linda Marsh ヶ月前

What a wonderful speech! Bravo! I hope everyone who has heard it thinks carefully and realizes that he is so right! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤🥰🙏🏻🙏🏽🙏🏼☝🏻

Ted Floyd ヶ月前

WoW,Bravo Senator Richards.🥲👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

Brian Waayenberg ヶ月前

The ability for a party member to publicly and privately speak out against a party bill is imperative for democracy to work. This is exactly how I would expect a functioning parliament and senate to work, unfortunately it is far to rare to see this, and without it I feel trust in democracy is eroded. I Thank Mr. Richards for his speech and comments and hope it weighs heavy on the minds of all involved. I also hope the opposition parties do not shout about this "great win" which may further discouraging such actions from fellow parliamentarians in the future. Simply thank him for his opinion and public service and allow it to help draft future legislation protecting rights. C-11 is big brother applying influence for an agenda, regardless of who's agenda, it is simply wrong.

Wjjz 890 ヶ月前

This is amazing. I’m Conservative and it appears the real Liberals...not Lie’ erals, and I have some important values in common.

James Lacey ヶ月前

We don't need the government to tell us what to do , we need us to tell the government what they should do🤔

Jennifer Bent ヶ月前

Thank you Sir...for speaking up for Canadians....so encouraging to witness decency, intelligence and true grit. Best speech I've heard in years.

Glen Fahselt ヶ月前

This give me chills. Hope is not lost, we are not yet doomed to censorship.

Live And Inspired ヶ月前

It passed. We are doomed

Debbie Michalek ヶ月前

Thank you Mr. Richard's you slammed it out of the park if only more senators would stand behind you putting forward what Canadians truly want and stand for in Canada. Canada has always been unique and admired all over the world. We were known as peace keepers, spreading the good. What has happened to this great nation? Thank you for your bravery and speaking out.

Dale Sarty ヶ月前

Good to see a man that has common sense, speaks the truth and took time to learn his history lessons. And is intelligent enough to see that it is about to repeat itself. To not know history and to learn from it simply dooms us to repeat it. Canada needs more men like this in politics. Trudeau tries to silence all that speak against him, this Bill is just another aid to keep him in power as it will give him the tools he needs to silence all that opposes him.

sojrnrR 24 日前

Only if people let it happen which is very unlikely. Govt always tries this.

GameOfLife ヶ月前

Incredible speech and brought tears to my eyes

Heidi G ヶ月前

Thank you, sir, for using your position and voice to say the truth. Your integrity and honesty is so very much appreciated in times like these. 💛 Canada needs more people like this in it's government!

DD ヶ月前

Respect to this liberal for standing against his own party for the sake of the people. Thank you!

Marmalard ヶ月前

Thank you Senator. The problem with people who don’t read history is they doom us all to repeat it.

zalllon ヶ月前

Really surprised the National Post has posted this. This the man represents the Liberals that I used to debate with, and had points I couldn’t disagree with. The current Liberal government is an abomination of the former Liberal identity. Bring back good debate, with the key term being “debate”.

#UNACCEPTABLEKatieStories ヶ月前

Every now and then NP knocks out a nice one! Seems to depend on who's reporting, like Rupa Subramanya from National Post.

J Miller ヶ月前

This is amazingly articulated. I did not think the liberals had people of such principles. Thank goodness there are still a few with this integrity. I just wish our tv networks had this kind of integrity. So sad most people will never hear this or it will be presented in an officious and shortened version with the talking heads reinterpreting. Too bad something like this will be shredded apart by less brilliant people.

sojrnrR 24 日前

People can hear if you share.

S W ヶ月前

His words caught me off guard, wasn't prepared for the emotions I would feel hearing such reasonable thoughts from someone in government. I applaud you senator with a tear in my eye. Please keep talking as often as you can to make your voice heard. Please encourage other like-minded people to do the same.

sojrnrR 24 日前

Over reliance on servant-representatives is what makes govt think it can act separately from the people.

sojrnrR 24 日前

This reliance on servant-representatives is why the govt thinks it is a separate entity from the people.

Tom Stang ヶ月前

I like this Liberal appointed Senator Is Justin's plan failing

Jim Dent ヶ月前

For a moment I thought you said "plane falling". I thought maybe dreams do come true.

Ian McKenzie ヶ月前

He has restored my faith in Senators...we'll see if they vote down C-11 though, my faith may be short lived.

Rahel T Rocca ヶ月前

God bless you Senator Richard’s if you do ever see this! That was wonderful And truthful speaking from Nova Scotia thank you🍁

Ethan Campbell ヶ月前

Very well said! We stopped c21 time to stop c11

Live And Inspired ヶ月前

Only the g4 amendment, the bill lives on.

Kevin Burtt ヶ月前

I respect and value our Senate. They do smart, deeply considered, hard work regardless of party stripe.

Live And Inspired ヶ月前

Then why did they ignore him and pass this fascist bill?

Campfire Girl ヶ月前

Thanks for speaking up, your opinion is welcome.

Resonate ヶ月前

His speech is heartbreaking. Finally someone in the liberal caucus is standing up against Trudeau's insanity.

Jamieson Melnyk ヶ月前

Very well spoken and thought out. Leave speech (as a catch-all term for censorship, etc) free!

adam ヶ月前

@Rj and I still have no idea how this would lead to political oppression.... like... how? This does not give Canada direct access to alter the algorithm... I supremely doubt JPvid will do that. I imagine it will lead to minor internal changes made by JPvid to their own algorithm. Also, this has been in effect for everything non-internet related for DECADES and I am pretty sure I still see opposing view-points and political adds.

Rj ヶ月前

@adam you were the one being a stickler about there not being actual free speech in Canada as it is an American term and I was saying that we have in our Charter “freedom of expression” and that is basically free speech as speech is a way of expression. You were being a stickler for terms that basically mean the same thing so I was being a stickler on what the actual charter says. It doesn’t say freedom of certain expression it says freedom of expression. Obviously you can’t use hateful rhetoric directed at someone or use “murder” as a way of expression. Just as obvious as the fact that freedom of expression is freedom of speech. Yet you still felt the need to point out they are technically different

adam ヶ月前

@Rj you cannot produce content calling for violence, the removal of people by force, the death of or other specific forms of "expression". We also have liable laws and slander laws... on top of protected classes such as gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, age, race or ethnicity. So you cannot post a sign in your shop "does not serve gay and black people" or "black and gay people need not apply". Sure you can *say* these things but to produce a pamphlet or brochure or sign about it with the intent to spread the message is a different subject entirely... these all mean you only have "certain" freedoms of expression. Sorry to say...

Rj ヶ月前

@adam I believe it’s called freedom of thought, belief, opinion, and expression. You would make your expressions known through speech. Also it is freedom of expression, not “certain” freedoms of expression

adam ヶ月前

there is no actual free-speech in Canada... we have certain freedoms of expression but "free-speech" is an American term

Nev V ヶ月前

I highly encourage fellow Canadians to share this. There is true wisdom in Senator David Richards words. Regardless of Political leanings, the Bill C-11 is dangerous to freedom of speech, art, and expression. Well done Sir, I applaud your wisdom , bravery and honesty. Canadians need to push back before it’s too late.

Lc g ヶ月前

Hear, hear!!!!!

Winter Sky ヶ月前

Eloquent, intelligently written and spoken with absolute sincerity. Thank you Senator Richards. You have addressed some of my greatest concerns surrounding Bill C-11 and its potential to silence voices in opposition.

Nicky BoyFloy ヶ月前

Thank you for introduction me to this man. Lets go David!

C Thibault ヶ月前

We need more politicians of this gentleman’s quality and intelligence. Good to see someone calling out this draconian law.

Dave Munt ヶ月前

Thank you sir.All Canada should hear this.

1 Hour Escape ヶ月前

Awesome, and a brave man too.

Sheila Hillier ヶ月前

Thank you mr richards!

Tamara MacKay ヶ月前

Nice common sense speech Mr Richards thanks for helping us.

Brad Waddingham ヶ月前

how is this bill seriously being passed? this is the most dangerous bill to date

Riley ヶ月前

So much respect for this man for speaking the truth. Hard to find these days.

Renee Sikorski ヶ月前

Amazing speech! Thank you so much for sharing these intelligent thoughts!

Lawnboy From Hell ヶ月前

Well said Sir! Respect!

Gene Fowler ヶ月前

A great speech from one of our great Canadian writers David Richards . He took us on a time capsule journey of censorship . Big Brother will be watching and creating algorithms tailored for each Canadian and instead of using a massive surveillance apparatus such as in Orwell's 1984 we will be surveilled by the keystrokes that we tap on our computers.

Arlene Gojocco ヶ月前

Exactly!!!

Alexander Watson ヶ月前

Thank you. Canada needs more people like this.

Les Elford ヶ月前

If Senate returns Bill C-11 to Liberal Cabinet with amendments and Liberal cabinet refuses to accept Senate amendments then what happens? Hopefully senate will vote it down completely in its entirety.

BananaJSSI ヶ月前

I heard they passed that terrible bill C 11. I hope that is not true

Ethereal Fox Productions ヶ月前

This man is a true son of liberty. Excellent speech! 👏

Patrik Loring ヶ月前

What a great statement by courageous man. Thanks for that David Richards

bwithaitch ヶ月前

Very powerful from a normal common person who identifies not as a Canadian. So sad, Trudelnuts and previous governments have not recognized and appreciated Canadians' talent.

pavel0900 ヶ月前

We must stop bill c-11 🛑

Richelle Plumstead ヶ月前

Thank you for standing up for our rights and for being true to yourself. You are appreciated!

Myles ヶ月前

It's to late now an updated Bill C-11 passed now we need to be loud as hell like when opposing that Bill C-21 Amendment

John Hess ヶ月前

Thank you for this. I wish it was enough to stop this absolutely detrimental and shady bill.

miz obvious ヶ月前

bless this man.

George ヶ月前

Thank You David, for someone who knows the price of freedom of any type , came at a Hefty cost through out the ages !. To not have it taken away now

Kurt Barlow ヶ月前

What a great speach from a highly intelligent and experienced man.

Wicknews 8100 ヶ月前

"Who's allowed to bob their heads out of the new merkyness that's been created" -David Richards

Kathy Stewart ヶ月前

Thank god this speech was delivered in parliament, hopefully other politicians will listen. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Kat Paquet ヶ月前

You have dropped me to my knees in gratitude. Thank you Senator Richards. You sir are a scholar & a historian.

WittyName44 ヶ月前

This man has just become a National Hero. You have amazing courage sir. Thank you. I am sure you will be dragged unfairly through the MSM, but your words are true. Everyone needed to hear this.

Nancy Hurren ヶ月前

Briliant! Thanks for covering this.

dana g ヶ月前

Thank you. Sadly it passed in the senate. Seems like there are very few morally upstanding Canadians in positions of power nowadays.

Dianna Jensen ヶ月前

What a wonderful, sensible and such a realistic speech. And hopefully be documented for our history books. Get rid of Anti Canadian Trudeau and his paid media along with cooperate intrusion in our political and educational systems and Canada will stand strong , and thrive and be free again . This senator holds so much pride for his country---we need people like this to run our country.

Karen Tonelli ヶ月前

Especially the education system that requires a bigger spot light on it It's under the radar now that must end

Ty Rel ヶ月前

A powerful message. Only “Canadian Enough” if you live in Ottawa or Toronto.

Patricia Renaud ヶ月前

Completely awesome speech. Freedom needs to live on. Stand up canada

Linda Regey ヶ月前

God bless this man!

R.E. A. ヶ月前

YES!!!!!!! Unfortunately I don't think all Canadians stand with Sen. Richards. I hope that there are enough of them. I have never heard of him before but I will be looking up his writings and be sure to do some reading!

Realer N Reel ヶ月前

This was bang on and as clear an concise as we needed it to be Great speech!

S m ヶ月前

BRAVO !! Finally He that Speaketh Truth and Wisdom !

pleidies Wilson ヶ月前

Well said THANK YOU 😊 !

Tom Cotter ヶ月前

It’s a crime 😮

Aaron D ヶ月前

Mercy Among the Children is one of my all time favorite books. I didn't realize who I was listening to until mid video. Thank you, Mr Richards, for producing amazing work. And thank you for this speech. It gives me hope.

james walker ヶ月前

It's literally the middle of the night and I listened to this senator speak twice. His words speak to the enduring worth of creativity and humanity that bills such as this are intended to dilute and eventually eliminate. The beating heart of freedom is the stepping stone to a bright future for the soul of humanity. I hope his message can escape death grip of conformity for all our sakes.

Me ヶ月前

I’m Canadian but I Never watch Canadian politics because the ignorance of the elite knows no bounds. This breath of fresh air landed on my plate by chance and I am stunned by both the beauty of his words and that he gets it! Here’s hoping we stay free thanks to people like him.

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