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Re: Kayla Bourque - Killer in the waitingsaid by Kardinal:Huffing and puffing about "constitutions can change" is a true statement but only a minute possibility And at the same time, huffing and puffing about sections of charters and the rights of criminals won't quiet public discontent, especially now that the North American media is amplifying a new-found focus on the topic, so it looks like a stalemate - we have rules that enable people to continue killing, people like yourself that support those rules and we have people that aren't happy with those rules. I suspect with so much media attention on both the effects of mental health issues tied to murder and American gun control, that something will change within our lifetime. I found it ironic that earlier today, while listening to an NPR radio program covering gun control, that some of the people on the left were echoing my sentiments concerning post-release followups of convicts. I was also surprised to hear how high the post-release murder rates were of previously convicted felons. |
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said by urbanriot:And at the same time, huffing and puffing about sections of charters and the rights of criminals won't quiet public discontent, especially now that the North American media is amplifying a new-found focus on the topic, so it looks like a stalemate - we have rules that enable people to continue killing, people like yourself that support those rules and we have people that aren't happy with those rules.
I suspect with so much media attention on both the effects of mental health issues tied to murder and American gun control, that something will change within our lifetime.
I found it ironic that earlier today, while listening to an NPR radio program covering gun control, that some of the people on the left were echoing my sentiments concerning post-release followups of convicts. I was also surprised to hear how high the post-release murder rates were of previously convicted felons. Urban I've heard similar media coverage as well... I hear there is some consideration for maintaining a database of persons with mental health. This would possibly tie in as part of a background check when someone purchases a gun... Personally not sure if I like the idea of this database but I can understand why some are asking about the viability.... And you are quite right some put more value on the rights of criminals then the safety of our children who are our responsibility to protect... |
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I don't like the idea of a database on people with mental health issues, in general. Quite frankly, I'm against government databases on people in general. But when it comes to convicted criminals and/or people deemed to be a threat to the rest of society, I do support additional government involvement in the therapeutic sense (which would also ensure a person is 'safe'). |
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said by urbanriot:we have rules that enable people to continue killing, people like yourself that support those rules and we have people that aren't happy with those rules. Ha ha ha.....more projection thinking that "people like me who support the rules to enable people to continue killing" because I won't acquiesce to the farcical thought of a constitutional change being easy and sensible way to "fix" the situation. Pathetic really, to stoop to that level of 'name calling' repeatedly in the same thread, but if that's all you've got...... Here's a thought that it seems hasn't occurred to some: a change in the Constitution applies to everyone, all the time, for all circumstances because that's what the highest order of rules do. It's not a little tweak to "fix the problem", it's a fundamental change in the workings of living in this country. I won't apologize for thinking that that it's farcical to think that the fundamental document defining life in this country would be changed to suit one particular situation because it would thereby affect a multitude of other ones. Please, supporters of this idea, tell me: if distinct society didn't pass, how do you propose to position this change so that it will? Don't hide behind a Vic Toews "you can stand with us or with the child pornographers"-like quip.....explain the proposed change to the Charter and what strategy you think would get it to pass. There are lots of accusations of "naysayers aren't helpful", but there's been nothing beyond vague ideas and insistence that it'll work. Bring it! |
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2013-Jan-22 9:24 am
Sorry Kardinal but you are starting to sound like someone who owns several AK47s in the USA and claiming any change in the 2nd amendment is attack on every Americans rights...
Are you on parole for torturing animals or murdering someone? Sorry what we are discussing does not pertain to everyone....
NOR are we discussing shoplifters, people who leave their dog in a car on a hot summer day or Quebec as a distinct society...
Talk about red herrings...
Sorry you are so resentful to change and much prefer the status quo... |
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said by vue666:Sorry what we are discussing does not pertain to everyone....
NOR are we discussing shoplifters, people who leave their dog in a car on a hot summer day or Quebec as a distinct society...
Talk about red herrings... Are you saying that the Constitution doesn't apply to everyone? Really? Here it is, yet again, hopefully this time in pablum form for those who obviously need it in an easily digestable format: 1) the Constitution is the foundation upon which all laws and rules of life in this country are based. 2) if you change the Constitution, you change the base upon which all laws and rules are based. 3) The Charter of Rights and Freedoms is part of the Constitution. 4) Section 7 of the Charter deals with personal rights and freedoms. Are we okay with that so far? Now, if you change the basic rights and freedoms that all Canadians share equally, you affect all Canadians. ( here is a summary of what Section 7 is about; read it, don't just brush it off because I disagree with your take) Are you honestly disputing that a change to the Charter would affect everyone? Changes to laws affect those under those laws; changes to the Charter affect everyone under the Charter. It's black-and-white. If you want to change the Charter/Constitution, we know the rules involved in doing so and how hard it is. Dispute that if you want, but show your work in how you think it'll work as I've shown attempts to change the Constitution that haven't gone anywhere because of how hard it is to do. If you disagree then you'd better be prepared to show how you think this will be different or your idea is nothing more than ether. It seems like nobody wants to define or defend their take beyond a vague "we should change the Constitution", but instead take the Sun News / Ezra Levant / John Baird / Vic Toews tact of insult/defame/attack the person who is disagreeing rather than counter logic and sensible thought with logic and sensible thought, presumably in the hope that the attacks will be louder and last post in the thread. Absolutely pathetic, but expected when it has been shown that the current stance they have doesn't have a leg to stand on but they refuse to admit it because pride and volume are more important than common sense, logic, and reality. I'm really fascinated by the name calling going on, like the following: "you are starting to sound like someone who owns several AK47s in the USA" "Are you on parole for torturing animals or murdering someone?" "we have rules that enable people to continue killing, people like yourself that support those rules" "you're willing to accept the loss of human life in trade for criminal freedoms." "Tis people with that mindset that thought women shouldnt vote or gays and lesbians should not be permitted to marry etc"Pathetic and weak, but expected. Keep shouting accusations and putting words in people's mouths if it makes you feel better about a stance that isn't logical or workable. I've not lowered myself to calling people names because I don't need to do that to puff myself up and feel strong because I know my stance is solid and has been well defended based on logic and common sense. |
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2013-Jan-22 10:06 am
This topic NEVER started as a discussion on the constitution.
However as Urbanriot and others have pointed out it has been dragged in by others to obfuscate and derail a discussion we are having. If you wish to further discuss the charter of freedoms and rights please start a thread in Canpol as myself and others would like to move this topic forward and not have it constantly side tracked by repeating the same old stuff over & over...
I get it. You do not like change. I understand that.... You are comfortable with the way things are and do not think any effort should be put into making changes...
However I would like to make things better. Reduce crime by using crime prevention and healthcare... Not use the prison system as a poor substitute for an healthcare facility...
Why wait for something to happen, let's fix the problem before it happens...
I stop my car when I get the low oil light and do not continue to drive, waiting to see what happens.... |
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said by vue666:This topic NEVER started as a discussion on the constitution. Whether you like it or not, the moment people started suggestion indeterminate detention is exactly when this discussion became about exactly that. |
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said by vue666:I get it. You do not like change. I understand that.... You are comfortable with the way things are and do not think any effort should be put into make changes... Bahahahaha....more name calling / thought projection. Expected, but disappointing. The discussion pointed out that fundamental rights, enshrined in the constitution, prevent the perpetual detention that was proposed by some upthread (that was here). It was then proposed, by you and others, that the constitution be changed to accommodate this idea ( here, here, here, here, here, here, here, and more). It's been back and forth since then about if this would work, how it would be difficult, etc. If you are now admitting that a change to the Constitution isn't a good idea, that's great, move on and work out how you think you'll be able to design indefinite detention and not violate Charter rights that are afforded to all Canadians. When you do, I'll read it and consider it. Try to stay away from name calling though; it's unbecoming, adds nothing to the discussion, and causes a loss of credibility of actual takes. And it's pathetic. |
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2013-Jan-22 10:55 am
I apologize if you really believe my remark was intended as an insult. It was not meant as such....
I'm at that age in my life where I'm lukewarm to change so again no slur intended... |
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said by Kardinal: Pathetic really, to stoop to that level of 'name calling' repeatedly in the same thread, but if that's all you've got...... Pathetic indeed. I don't know how else to respond other than giving you a ridiculous look because you're simply being ridiculous. At no point did I call anyone any names in this thread and if making shit up is all you've got then I guess we're not moving forward. I haven't at all projected, I'm relaying where you seem to stand since you won't come right out and say where you stand, all you do is criticize everyone else on where they stand. Again, if the blanks we've had to fill in are inaccurate to where you stand on the issue then please advise. I've made direct requests to contribute, rather than negatively criticize, yet you haven't responded. said by Kardinal: So, again, does our system work well for you and you're satisfied with it... or not? I could compile an entire page of your evasions, where you don't respond to the posts of people and rather criticize their post. Why don't you directly respond? It's not a "trap" or a "straw man" or whatever evasive words you want to use, and rather than respond to questions with your own questions or criticisms, just tell us straight up where you stand. Do you not stand up for your ideals? |
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It's never ceases to amaze me that people will quote a reply to someone else, focus it on themselves, and then spin a half-quote into something else. Is it because their position on the given discussion isn't something they want to focus on, so they'll "attack on a tangent" to try to regain the appearance of strength? I don't know. but it's pathetic when you scratch the surface and see it for what it is. said by urbanriot:said by Kardinal: So, again, does our system work well for you and you're satisfied with it... or not? Yeeeeaaaaahhhh......I'm going to need you to go ahead and not put my name on your words, mm'kay? Thaaaaaanks. said by urbanriot:Why don't you directly respond? It's not a "trap" or a "straw man" or whatever evasive words you want to use, and rather than respond to questions with your own questions or criticisms, just tell us straight up where you stand. My contributions to this thread have been to criticize what I see as a nonsensical take, and I've explained them in depth. I'm not a trained monkey who can be made to do what others want for their own entertainment, and I'll not apologize for that. I'm not tangenting into all sorts of other directions to satisfy the desire of some to deflect attention away from the main topic of conversation, namely the proposal of indefinite detention and the subsequent discussion of how it would be unconstitutional. If that can't be handled by others who are used to getting their own way, the monkey is on their back, not mine. Now....back to a discussion about indefinite detention....... |
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said by Kardinal:It's never ceases to amaze me that people will quote a reply to someone else, focus it on themselves, and then spin a half-quote into something else. Your audience of one, me, would appreciate it if you'd specify whatever it is you're referring to, rather than refer to vague asides with no substance. said by urbanriot:said by Kardinal: So, again, does our system work well for you and you're satisfied with it... or not? Yeeeeaaaaahhhh......I'm going to need you to go ahead and not put my name on your words, mm'kay? Thaaaaaanks. So can you put your name on your own words rather than dance around the topic? Or you have no words of your own and all you're willing to do is criticize everyone else? said by Kardinal: I'm not tangenting into all sorts of other directions You've done that plenty in this thread when it suits you; however I'm asking you to directly respond on the topic we've been discussing with your stance and you refuse to. I can only guess that you're afraid of being criticized yourself or maybe you're ashamed of it? Not sure, can only guess... At least some folks here have the balls to stand up for their views rather than snipe everyone else. |
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said by urbanriot:You've done that plenty in this thread when it suits you; however I'm asking you to directly respond on the topic we've been discussing with your stance and you refuse to. I can only guess that you're afraid of being criticized yourself or maybe you're ashamed of it? Not sure, can only guess... At least some folks here have the balls to stand up for their views rather than snipe everyone else. He's been pretty clear about his stance: you're wrong. In debating your position, he is only discussing that position and its merits (or rather, lack thereof). There is no onus on him to propose an alternative model in order to demonstrate that yours is flawed and unrealistic. |
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said by NCRGuy:He's been pretty clear about his stance: you're wrong. And you're wrong too. Boy that was easy, see how much credibility you both have on the topic. |
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Considering that NCRGuy has a demonstrated breadth of knowledge on federal law, constitution rights and other associated issues to which I safely assume is part of his career, he's certainly in a better position to critique the knowledge of someone on this subject than you are.
If you don't believe Kardinal, NCRGuy or I on anything we've said, talk to a lawyer who deals in constitutional law and Charter challenges. There are several of them in St. Catharines. They'll set you straight right and quick. |
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said by NCRGuy:said by urbanriot:You've done that plenty in this thread when it suits you; however I'm asking you to directly respond on the topic we've been discussing with your stance and you refuse to. I can only guess that you're afraid of being criticized yourself or maybe you're ashamed of it? Not sure, can only guess... At least some folks here have the balls to stand up for their views rather than snipe everyone else. He's been pretty clear about his stance: you're wrong. In debating your position, he is only discussing that position and its merits (or rather, lack thereof). There is no onus on him to propose an alternative model in order to demonstrate that yours is flawed and unrealistic. Thanks - I thought I was pretty clear in what I was doing, so it's nice to see that it's been clear to others too. It's obvious that clarity and debate isn't what's being sought, but merely trolling and hoping for a reaction. |
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said by Kardinal:Thanks - I thought I was pretty clear in what I was doing, so it's nice to see that it's been clear to others too. It's obvious that clarity and debate isn't what's being sought, but merely trolling and hoping for a reaction. This was never a debate. It was merely a rant by those who don't understand the legal system they live under and anger and contempt toward those who reminded them of that. |
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said by Gone:said by Kardinal:Thanks - I thought I was pretty clear in what I was doing, so it's nice to see that it's been clear to others too. It's obvious that clarity and debate isn't what's being sought, but merely trolling and hoping for a reaction. This was never a debate. It was merely a rant by those who don't understand the legal system they live under and anger and contempt toward those who reminded them of that. The legal system is not quite as bad as the catholic church but its behind the times. Its a slow moving morass which probably does prevent radical mistakes that us hot headed whackos desire. No question what I propose would be extremely difficult but there is a need and in due course it may prove to be widespread enough to elicit movement in the quagmire of our system. However I am not interested in dicussing the mechanics of how our legal system or charter would need to change. That is fodder for another thread. Conveniently the ostriches in this forum are firmly entrenched to link the topic to the a. illegality of what we are proposing and b. the impossibility of changing the legal system, and thus c. as pointed out by urban your participation in the thread is mule like in nature and selfish. I continue to acknowledge the points you have made but the naysayers are adamently blind to discussing the topic well to be fair Kardinal has a better balanced approach although listing heavily in the wrong direction (and by wrong I mean opposite of mine as opposed to right and wrong). Cheerio!! |
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2013-Jan-23 10:22 am
Kardinal and I share the exact same vie on this issue and both are just as balanced and as such we are in complete agreement in our views. If you think Kardinal's "better balanced approach" of calling you all out for not knowing what you're talking about is something more agreeable, mine is just as much so. If you don't believe me, ask Kardinal. |
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