Being a leader means speaking against hate, even when inconvenient

Conservative MP Pierre Poilievre answers a question during a leadership debate held at the Canada Strong and Free Network’s conference in Ottawa on May 5.
Apparently shaking hands with people who are demonstrated white supremacists and spew violent rhetoric is no big deal if you’re a politician. It’s impossible to keep tabs on everyone who comes through the door of a public event, and no one can really make sure that everyone in a crowd clamourin...

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