The left cannot defend thier failures and instead relies on ever escalating tactics like censorship, cancelling, verbal attacks, burning / looting and now assassination. Diversity in opinion or belief is simply not going to be tolerated. People who aren't included in thier community are cast as bigots, extremists. In short, everyone who disagrees with them is "Hitler". It has to stop and it has to start with the state funded media and its ideological propaganda
Its a very sad day for christians and conservatives around the world, this woke liberal govenment has divided canadians to the extent that most conversative voices are viewed as rascists, phobic, nazism.The liberals have painted my heritage as something to be demonized , my morality as a white colonist something to be ashamed of , main stream media has added fuel to this fire with their name calling and ommitance and spin on factual news, gone are the views of both sides, except for the Toronto Sun and i salute you Brian for calling it like it is.
Thanks for including Bernie Sanders's views on political discourse in the United States. In reality it is quite similar to the situation here in Canada. I know too many folks who will refer to Pierre Poilievre as an extremist, but yet cannot cite one example. They fear Pierre Poilievre because he criticizes the government. Never mind he is Leader of the Opposition, they do not want to hear it. They are afraid. Afraid someone will rock their boat. They become complacent out of fear. Similarly, folks who did not really know Charlie Kirk have thrown him into the extremist bag because he supports Donald Trump. He was travelling the country promoting Donald Trump, but even more so his strong belief in his Christian faith and how it provided the foundation for the American Constitution. A Constitution he was promoting everywhere he went.
We hear the "fascist" label being tossed at anyone who may hold a view different from our own. If you disagree with a government policy, you are a fascist. For instance, if you are anti-abortion, you are a fascist. If you feel Courts should be harder on crime, you are a fascist. If you feel more should be done concerning the rise in illegal drug use and homeless encampments, you are a fascist. How there could be any correlation between the label and the issue is not discussed. If you disagree with the status quo, you are a fascist, and if you are a fascist, you are bad.
Brian, who is the "we" here? Most people can and do discuss things peacefully with people with whom we disagree. The violent left is a growing problem and people dealing with it need to identify it correctly as the problem and grow a spine.
Why are conservatives being targeted? What consistent theme is being highlighted that leads to conservative-leaning individuals being targeted with hatred and, in some cases, facing fatal violence?
And then, should the conservative elements in society just magically be gone, what would a world without conservatism look like? I would venture it would very much resemble North Korea, but I do not think the non-conservative people truly understand what the march to silence conservatism would result in. I also do not think that non-conservatives understand the consequences of a lack of balance in conservatism; I believe they mistakenly think that eliminating conservatives leads to total freedom. However, conservatism maintains the moral, ethical, and realistic balance; without it, the world descends into anarchy and dictatorial rule. "One think, one speak, minions."
Be encouraged Brian. Charlie Kirk would be proud of you and your courage. You are speaking for those of us who don’t have a platform but who are praying for you and others who have. May Isaiah 50:7 affirm your resolve: “Because the Sovereign Lord helps me, I will not be disgraced. Therefore have I set my face like flint, and I know I will not be put to shame.” With you.
A well-written piece, and it made me prouder to be a Canadian, a conservative and a Christian. It all started in 2015, when sunny ways arrived on our doorstep. From diversity is our strength to old stock Canadians, open immigration for young men, and they are only the fringe. Maybe the worst was being pals with the dictatorship in China. Carney was supposed to be trusted, being a banker and all, but he is just as bad.
Sometimes we learn from someone that has an out there opinion. Another door. I like opinions. The more the better. Keeps me from being narrow minded..
Still feel for Charlie ❤️. He was young himself. Smart.. and could backup his points with ease. Why didnt this kid debate Charlie and be the hero he really wanted to be. Or maybe a friend .
In order to prevent further tragedies, we have to assign blame. What started this? Did the anti-bullying movement leave youth ill equipped to cope with confrontation and disagreements? Is it the over-prescribed drugs that have warnings of violent behavior? How did we end up with so many teachers who subscribe to Marxism ideologies in a free country? I hear the phrases "conservative values", "right-wing [this and that]", "fringe minority with unacceptable views" a lot. But is it their views that caused this, or is it the conservative's reaction to the ideologies that liberals have rewarded? These are conversations that Charlie had on university campuses, and he was killed for it. It was an act of pure evil, and the only way to overcome evil is to face it directly. For media members like you, Brian, I commend you. Never stop asking the hard questions. Always welcome open debate!
I understand why you posted the Bernie Sanders video, but I'm not going to watch someone who's tacit support for Hamas has exacerbated the conflagration of antisemitism that is plaguing the planet right now and directly threatens the existence of the one Jewish state. My guess is Bernie posted that out of self-preservation more than principle.
Great post. Somehow I have to shake the stench of our so called humanity from my being after witnessing the horrific comments regarding Charlie Kirk's senseless murder. It sickens me that it has come to this. I'm hoping the 5 day camping trip I'm on helps.
I notice Richard Warnica at the Toronto Star is already trying the "yeah, but" equivocation already. You know, of course murdering Mr Kirk was awful, but listen to all the bad things he said. He also took a swipe IMHO at Brian. Here is some advice for those hypocrites on the left. If you don't like what somebody is saying, you can always chose not to listen. You can also chose to rebut their comments in debate (like Charlie encouraged people to do). When it comes to this tragedy, if you can't condemn it absolutely, then maybe you should take a good long look in the mirror.
Thanks Brian Lilley for your heartfelt reporting of this most horrific time. Politicians of both the left and the right are the ones who need to give their heads a shake and actually LISTEN and OBSERVE what their supposed good intentions have done for our world, to our most treasured children. In addition the learning institutions MUST be accountable for the absolute garbage they teach, the ideologies they are ramming down our throats, and their dictatorial methods. They often claim to be concerned about the poor, hypocrites every last one of them. The laws too need to be changed, updated and adhered too. Our judicial system, not all, but most has also been corrupted by those in power. I have said this before and repeat it-we are all being targeted by a movement that values nothing but power and control, and wants to obliterate all of Christianity and Judaism. It is most definitely the snake that will kill us all. I shall NEVER BE AFRAID TO VOICE MY OPINION, and thanks for giving me the opportunity to do just that. God Bless all of us. Charlie Kirk is in a better place and I honestly believe he was sent by God, and is indeed a martyr and will be sadly missed.
The left cannot defend thier failures and instead relies on ever escalating tactics like censorship, cancelling, verbal attacks, burning / looting and now assassination. Diversity in opinion or belief is simply not going to be tolerated. People who aren't included in thier community are cast as bigots, extremists. In short, everyone who disagrees with them is "Hitler". It has to stop and it has to start with the state funded media and its ideological propaganda
Its a very sad day for christians and conservatives around the world, this woke liberal govenment has divided canadians to the extent that most conversative voices are viewed as rascists, phobic, nazism.The liberals have painted my heritage as something to be demonized , my morality as a white colonist something to be ashamed of , main stream media has added fuel to this fire with their name calling and ommitance and spin on factual news, gone are the views of both sides, except for the Toronto Sun and i salute you Brian for calling it like it is.
Thanks for including Bernie Sanders's views on political discourse in the United States. In reality it is quite similar to the situation here in Canada. I know too many folks who will refer to Pierre Poilievre as an extremist, but yet cannot cite one example. They fear Pierre Poilievre because he criticizes the government. Never mind he is Leader of the Opposition, they do not want to hear it. They are afraid. Afraid someone will rock their boat. They become complacent out of fear. Similarly, folks who did not really know Charlie Kirk have thrown him into the extremist bag because he supports Donald Trump. He was travelling the country promoting Donald Trump, but even more so his strong belief in his Christian faith and how it provided the foundation for the American Constitution. A Constitution he was promoting everywhere he went.
We hear the "fascist" label being tossed at anyone who may hold a view different from our own. If you disagree with a government policy, you are a fascist. For instance, if you are anti-abortion, you are a fascist. If you feel Courts should be harder on crime, you are a fascist. If you feel more should be done concerning the rise in illegal drug use and homeless encampments, you are a fascist. How there could be any correlation between the label and the issue is not discussed. If you disagree with the status quo, you are a fascist, and if you are a fascist, you are bad.
Labels are easy to use to shut peopke up and not listen to their POV .. their opinions are right and only they count. No one else matters.
Narrow minded and not democratic... partisan people.
Like voting for Carney regardless of his policies.. devotees...
Cheers
Very well said. Thank you Brian
Brian, who is the "we" here? Most people can and do discuss things peacefully with people with whom we disagree. The violent left is a growing problem and people dealing with it need to identify it correctly as the problem and grow a spine.
Why are conservatives being targeted? What consistent theme is being highlighted that leads to conservative-leaning individuals being targeted with hatred and, in some cases, facing fatal violence?
And then, should the conservative elements in society just magically be gone, what would a world without conservatism look like? I would venture it would very much resemble North Korea, but I do not think the non-conservative people truly understand what the march to silence conservatism would result in. I also do not think that non-conservatives understand the consequences of a lack of balance in conservatism; I believe they mistakenly think that eliminating conservatives leads to total freedom. However, conservatism maintains the moral, ethical, and realistic balance; without it, the world descends into anarchy and dictatorial rule. "One think, one speak, minions."
Cancel culture is a fiesty intolerant STI that refuses to stop! Seens to be more Nasi wanting to smear and stomp out any democratic conversations
Be encouraged Brian. Charlie Kirk would be proud of you and your courage. You are speaking for those of us who don’t have a platform but who are praying for you and others who have. May Isaiah 50:7 affirm your resolve: “Because the Sovereign Lord helps me, I will not be disgraced. Therefore have I set my face like flint, and I know I will not be put to shame.” With you.
A well-written piece, and it made me prouder to be a Canadian, a conservative and a Christian. It all started in 2015, when sunny ways arrived on our doorstep. From diversity is our strength to old stock Canadians, open immigration for young men, and they are only the fringe. Maybe the worst was being pals with the dictatorship in China. Carney was supposed to be trusted, being a banker and all, but he is just as bad.
Democracy and freedom go hand in hand.
Cant have one without the other.
Sometimes we learn from someone that has an out there opinion. Another door. I like opinions. The more the better. Keeps me from being narrow minded..
Still feel for Charlie ❤️. He was young himself. Smart.. and could backup his points with ease. Why didnt this kid debate Charlie and be the hero he really wanted to be. Or maybe a friend .
Food for thought..tks
This murder may not have ended civil discourse, but it definitely gave it a sharp kick to the groin.
In order to prevent further tragedies, we have to assign blame. What started this? Did the anti-bullying movement leave youth ill equipped to cope with confrontation and disagreements? Is it the over-prescribed drugs that have warnings of violent behavior? How did we end up with so many teachers who subscribe to Marxism ideologies in a free country? I hear the phrases "conservative values", "right-wing [this and that]", "fringe minority with unacceptable views" a lot. But is it their views that caused this, or is it the conservative's reaction to the ideologies that liberals have rewarded? These are conversations that Charlie had on university campuses, and he was killed for it. It was an act of pure evil, and the only way to overcome evil is to face it directly. For media members like you, Brian, I commend you. Never stop asking the hard questions. Always welcome open debate!
I understand why you posted the Bernie Sanders video, but I'm not going to watch someone who's tacit support for Hamas has exacerbated the conflagration of antisemitism that is plaguing the planet right now and directly threatens the existence of the one Jewish state. My guess is Bernie posted that out of self-preservation more than principle.
Great post. Somehow I have to shake the stench of our so called humanity from my being after witnessing the horrific comments regarding Charlie Kirk's senseless murder. It sickens me that it has come to this. I'm hoping the 5 day camping trip I'm on helps.
I notice Richard Warnica at the Toronto Star is already trying the "yeah, but" equivocation already. You know, of course murdering Mr Kirk was awful, but listen to all the bad things he said. He also took a swipe IMHO at Brian. Here is some advice for those hypocrites on the left. If you don't like what somebody is saying, you can always chose not to listen. You can also chose to rebut their comments in debate (like Charlie encouraged people to do). When it comes to this tragedy, if you can't condemn it absolutely, then maybe you should take a good long look in the mirror.
Thanks Brian Lilley for your heartfelt reporting of this most horrific time. Politicians of both the left and the right are the ones who need to give their heads a shake and actually LISTEN and OBSERVE what their supposed good intentions have done for our world, to our most treasured children. In addition the learning institutions MUST be accountable for the absolute garbage they teach, the ideologies they are ramming down our throats, and their dictatorial methods. They often claim to be concerned about the poor, hypocrites every last one of them. The laws too need to be changed, updated and adhered too. Our judicial system, not all, but most has also been corrupted by those in power. I have said this before and repeat it-we are all being targeted by a movement that values nothing but power and control, and wants to obliterate all of Christianity and Judaism. It is most definitely the snake that will kill us all. I shall NEVER BE AFRAID TO VOICE MY OPINION, and thanks for giving me the opportunity to do just that. God Bless all of us. Charlie Kirk is in a better place and I honestly believe he was sent by God, and is indeed a martyr and will be sadly missed.