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Justice

A bill to expand state punishment of various crimes, especially 'coercive control' and other nonviolent offenses against women. In discussion, the new Liberal MP advocated at length for her bill, while a Conservative mentioned fentanyl deaths. The Liberals agreed and also plugged other 'public safety' efforts.

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Danielle Martin

Liberal
“I back the Minister of Justice. More control and power for government!”
Our translation 83% shorter

Hon. Sean Fraser

Liberal
“You're new and you're doing a good job here. We are making a rule against coercive control to help stop violence against women.”
Our translation 82% shorter

Hon. Sean Fraser

Liberal
“I want to sound tough on crime without upsetting people who want to go easy on drugs. I want everyone to work with me to make our policies popular.”
Our translation 73% shorter