1. The notwithstanding clause: A legislative weapon?
It is the aim of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms to protect the rights of all Canadians equally, majority or minority. ... Despite seeking pride in being the "multicultural capital of the world", Canada has taken draconian measures against minority groups. ... The court is thus made up of a group of individuals who are far removed from the issues and concerns of the general population, yet have the power to nullify legislation that governs this same population. The law profession is most definitely unrepresentative of regular Canadian society. ... Judicial supremacy in Canada will for...
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