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A debate about Indigenous land rights and a B.C. Supreme Court ruling. The Conservatives accused the Liberals of weakening protections while claiming to defend them. The Liberals said they prefer negotiation to court, but that they appealed the court's ruling.

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Chak Au

Conservative
“I want you to admit you're not doing enough for property rights. You say you care, but your actions are weak. Stand up for ownership properly.”
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