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Combatting Hate Act
“I want to pass this bill. I don't want more debate. I want to correct people who misunderstand or misinterpret the bill. The bill will not criminalize expression or peaceful assembly.”
MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT
Hon. Ruby Sahota
Sahota frequently pushes for tougher penalties and expanded police powers, especially around hate crimes, child exploitation, and organized crime. She blames Conservatives for obstruction whenever a bill stalls and uses charged rhetoric to paint their opposition as enabling criminals. Her own riding comes up less than other MPs, but she ties national crime bills to investigations there.
“I'm defending our bill by naming something it allows. I think if I emphasize a Freedom it creates, it might make our bill sound less restrictive.”
“I'll say my bill will stop a problem. If we all want to solve it, we call my bill good and constitutional. We'll keep more people safe in Canada if we pass it. We should pass my bill.”
“I want us to pass this bill. The government promised it. Canadians need it to be safe. We should stop debating now and pass it.”
“I want to limit debate on this bill. Let's rush it through with only five more hours of discussion.”
Oral Questions
Public Safety
“Don't blame us. Conservatives blocked our bill. They won't let us lengthen sentences or help police. It's their fault crime is high in Prince George.”
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“I want to limit debate. The government should rush this bill through.”
Oral Questions
Public Safety
“I want the government to have more power. That will let us investigate crimes. We need this law I like. It would be a problem if other countries can do things we can't. Conservatives should support my bill.”
“You want to know what victims ask me? They ask how long investigations take. I want Bill C-22 to pass so law enforcement has more tools. But you Conservatives are delaying the bill and siding with social media giants instead of Canadians' public safety.”
“The police are doing a good job. They have arrested many criminals. Canada will punish these criminals.”
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“You shouldn't have to talk about this. But I will anyway. Even though talking about it makes me sad. I think the government needs to pass this bill because it will make the problem go away. Only the government can protect children. If you don't support our bill, you don't care about protecting children.”
“Families who have lost loved ones want this bill, and Conservatives should support it too. Why won't they just agree with me?”
“I like this bill. It helps victims. Do you like helping victims?”
“I want this crime bill to pass with fewer mandatory minimums. I'm really worried Conservatives will vote against it.”
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Business of Supply
“I'm telling everyone we will have a special debate day next Monday.”
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Protecting Victims Act
“I'm filling time by saying good things about my bill. I hope repeating 'protect victims' a lot will make me look good. Maybe if I talk enough, people will forget the other party said anything.”
“I'm tired of hearing the other side criticize this bill. It's actually good and would make things better. I want you to know our party is tough on crime.”
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“I want to limit debate on this crime bill.”
“I want mandatory minimums. I'm claiming it's to prevent litigation but I won't say how that follows.”
“I want to correct the record. The Conservatives are fearmongering. Bill C-16 has minimum penalties. Senneville only said some minimums could violate the Charter. Our bill fills gaps the court asked about. I want safe and effective laws.”