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Public Safety

The bill would expand police powers to access data and information during investigations, including from telecom providers, and allow them to act on voluntarily provided information. In debate, Conservatives raised concerns about the Prime Minister signing a security memorandum with China after calling them a threat, and about Canadians not feeling safe. Liberals defended the MOU as similar to past agreements and touted their public safety legislation.

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Frank Caputo

Conservative
“I want the Prime Minister to release a document he mentioned. Why is he hiding it from me?”
Our translation 76% shorter

Frank Caputo

Conservative
“You said something bad. I want you to do what I say. Why won't you do it? You must not want people to know the truth.”
Our translation 73% shorter

Connie Cody

Conservative
“Liberals are letting criminals run wild. Canadians are in danger. My party would be tougher on crime.”
Our translation 87% shorter

Connie Cody

Conservative
“The government broke public safety. Their new plan won't help you. Criminals get out too easy. Police can't stop them. It's all the government's fault. I'm tough on crime.”
Our translation 78% shorter