“The other party is bad. Crime is high and everyone is scared. The government isn't tough enough on crime. We need tougher laws and longer jail times.”
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Justice
A bill to make some changes to criminal law, focused on harsher penalties for violence against women and some updates to youth justice and victims rights. In discussion, Conservatives claimed rising crime shows Liberal policies have failed, while Liberals pointed to a recent successful police operation as proof their approach is working.
“Crime is bad. The police did a good job catching criminals. I want to support the police so I will pass a new law.”
“The Liberals caused crime by going soft on it. They let criminals go free. Surrey is being hurt most. We need tough laws to punish criminals. Mandatory minimums will keep people safe.”
“You say we're soft on crime. But we're working on it! The police made some arrests. Don't blame us for it taking eight months. It's the Conservatives' fault for holding up our lawful access bill. That would've caught the criminals faster. They're causing more victims by stalling.”
“The system is too soft on crime. Dangerous criminals are walking free. My party would lock them up longer and deport the ones who aren't citizens. I want the other party to get tough and support our plan. They should care about victims and safe streets.”
“I want people to think my party is tough on crime. I'm listing things we've done so I sound like I'm in control. Don't pay attention to their plan, my plan is already working.”