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A bill to crack down on hate speech and hate crimes, spurred by rising antisemitism. In discussion, Conservatives argued the government hasn't acted to stop recent antisemitic incidents and the bill won't prevent them. Liberals argued they have denounced antisemitism, put forward this bill, and recommended other actions in a December committee report.

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Melissa Lantsman

Conservative
“I want the government to admit there is a crisis. I want the Liberals to stop ignoring antisemitism.”
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Melissa Lantsman

Conservative
“Last week the Prime Minister did nothing. You will not act either. You say you will stop these crimes. But your bill would not have stopped any of the crimes that happened. More crimes will happen. You will still do nothing.”
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