Thruout the 2019 federal elxn, I tried to press then-leader of the Conservative Party Andrew Scheer about his party's ties to the self-styled "Imam of Peace," friend and ally of white supremacists and enthusiastic promoter of the "white genocide/replacement" conspiracy. #cdnpoli
Neither Tawhidi's proud endorsement of/by extremists known for influencing white supremacist terrorists, nor his obsessive demonizing of Muslims, were enough to prompt hesitation by those in govt about embracing/amplifying him. #cdnpoli
I'd love to know where those vying for the Conservative Party's leadership stand on this, and about what, if anything, has changed within their party re: Tawhidi and others like him.
What, if anything, has been learned? Be specific. #cdnpoli
So, are you still good friends with Tawhidi? For years you've been silent as he targeted Muslim women, spread vile conspiracies - incl the one embraced by the Buffalo shooter - and literally toured with notorious white supremacists. #cdnpoli
So, @patrickbrownont, would people like Tawhidi remain welcome in your party should you win the leadership?
Do you have concerns about your campaign co-chair's record of choosing to look the other way if/when such vile and dangerous rhetoric comes from a friend? #cdnpoli
This sort of thing means nothing if, internally, you've no problem with those who tolerate it. #cdnpoli
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While it's true the massacre video remains active on FB and "does not violate community standards," there is no need or justification for posting a screenshot of said video which offers people a direct way to find it.
Good lord, the irresponsibility of some ppl right now.
With news of significant sanctions against Russia which target, among other entities, the Wagner Group, I'm going to link to some further reading for those who'd like to know more about Putin's mercenaries. 🧵#cdnpoli