Denying rights because of prejudices
A child was tortured in the infamous and lawless camp of Guantanamo Bay and our government, the Canadian government, was complicit in the process and abandoned him. A confession was extracted from Omar Khadr to admit to a crime while he was in the state of horror. The government has admitted its mistake in abandoning him and offered him an apology and compensation.
Whether or not we like the young Canadian isn’t the issue. A Canadian is a Canadian. As a Canadian, we can’t deny him his rights just because of our prejudice and preconceived notion about his race and ethnicity. The rule of law should be upheld and respected regardless of the colour of the person.
It is mind boggling, disturbing and frustrating to see the amount of effort being displayed by the Conservative party in trying to oppose the settlement.
They have shown that they are not capable to overcome their stereotypical judgement towards a Canadian who happens to belong to an unpopular community. To them, a Canadian isn’t a true Canadian if he or she doesn’t fit their whims of what a true citizen of this country should look like. It scares me to see high ranking politicians thinking in this manner.
The Conservatives are good in dividing us and having us to turn against one another. Shame on these egotistical, opportunistic individuals who abandon their principles when it comes to those who happen to not to look like them. Shame on them for demonstrating their lowest level of demeanour and for pursuing the politics of fear – fear of the immigrant and fear of anyone who isn’t white while forgetting that we are all immigrants to this country.
From Mr Abubakar N. Kasim
Toronto, Canada
The culprits
What a surprise! Cats are number one on the list of things residents complain about (‘What are the top 3 complaints of Dubai residents?’, Gulf News, July 31). Why doesn’t Gulf News also go into the depth of the problem to find out why it is so. It may surprise you that it’s the residents who complain that are in fact the main culprits for dumping their pets on the streets. Where do they expect these strays to find food?
From Ms Suzette Santana
UAE
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Well known figures
As what I heard from mostly netizens here in the Philippines, this duo together with their relatives and cohorts are well known figures in their province for the said allegations (‘Philippine mayor linked to drugs killed in raid: police’, Gulf News, July 31). If it’s true, well done!
From Mr Christopher Sevilla Suarez
UAE
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A poor city
They became untouchables for decades and the city of Ozamiz, Philippines has been poor in development and no one wants to invest because of this. Rampant drugs and crimes! I salute President Rodrigo Duterte’s government!
From Mr I. McRanolcne
UAE
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Powerful people
It only proved that not only small time and poor drug offenders are getting eradicated on the war against drugs. These are powerful politicians and they have their own private armies as well.
From Mr J. F. Guarino
UAE
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Reason to celebrate
Bravo! I am loving this news. Because of this, I will treat my friends later for a celebration. That’s the number one reason why I love Duterte. The good father will protect his children no matter what it takes.
From Ms Arg J. D.
UAE
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Making Pakistan stronger
The dismissal of Pakistan’s Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif means a very promising future of accountability for every government official (‘What the dismissal of Sharif means for the country’s future?’, Gulf News, July 30). Not a single plunderer of the national exchequer will be spared from prosecution. His dismissal has no impact on our democratic system. In fact, it’s going to strengthen it along with all government institutions.
From Mr Eqbal Nizaami
UAE
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Pakistan celebrates
The world was stunned when they heard one of the most powerful prime ministers in the history of Pakistan was shown the door. Sharif was disqualified by a five-member bench of the country’s Supreme Court after a corruption probe into his family’s ill-gotten wealth. By this exit, Pakistan made a record that none of its 18 prime ministers who served the country managed to complete their full term in office. The verdict sent shock waves across the world. Pakistan media showed crowds assembled outside the court cheering after the verdict was announced. Opposition supporters erupted in applause, rushing to the streets, chanting slogans and handing out sweets.
From Mr Sunny Joseph
Mala, India
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