Thread by @CarymaRules

MPP Joel Harden allegedly got punched in the face at yesterday’s protest.

Here, he stands by while his comrade shoves a noisemaker in my ear.

Physically violent behaviour occurs on a spectrum, and none of it should be normalized.

📸 Jun 9, 2023

#cdnpoli #Ottawa

I am consistent in my positions.

Constant truck honking during the convoy/occupation was painful, and fairly described as a violent tactic.

The same applies to this red contraption which was deployed in a targeted way.

That’s MPP Joel Harden hiding his face beside the culprit.

Honking during the convoy is distinguishable based on the duration and frequency of noise— a dull ache that worsens over time.

But the red contraption caused acute physical discomfort in a way that was almost debilitating— a sharp pain that is all-encompassing in the moment.

The Canadian Anti-Hate Network’s so-called “Pride Defence Guide” provides instructions that escalate tension at protests.

These tactics were endorsed by local groups, including Community Solidarity Ottawa and Horizon Ottawa.

People are already getting hurt.

Everyone believes their cause is righteous, and everyone misrepresents the other side.

For this reason, we must insist on rules of engagement that do not compromise integrity or decency. This is true even (especially) if one’s adversaries do not “play fair.”