David Frum

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David Frum @davidfrum

When the elder Trudeau invoked emergency powers in 1970 to combat a terrorist cell in Quebec, public opinion backed him at first. But perceived abuses of power swung opinion against him, and his party suffered serious losses in the next federal election of 1972. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 21, 2022

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The emergency will automatically expire within 30 days unless Parliament affirmatively votes to extend. Once the emergency does terminate, an independent inquiry will review the government's actions and report to Parliament on how the government used its temporary powers. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 21, 2022

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Present Canadian opinion appears closely divided on Justin Trudeau's actions, with a slight but fragile (and likely temporary) tilt in his favor. Think what you will of Trudeau's actions. Canadian democracy and Canadian freedom remain secure, robust, and lively. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 21, 2022 Deleted after 25 seconds