Lloyd Axworthy analyzes the declaration that the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran was “worth it,” highlighting the vast human and economic costs incurred. It questions the wisdom of such pronouncements before long-term consequences are fully understood, advocating for diplomacy over military solutions.
Category: Rights & Justice
Rights & Justice Covers human rights, civil liberties, criminal justice, systemic inequality, and the legal battles shaping fairness and freedom in Canada.
Russia Labels Rights Group OVD-Info ‘Extremist’
Russian authorities have designated the leading human rights organization OVD-Info as an ‘extremist’ group, significantly escalating the crackdown on civil society. This move, part of a broader targeting of Memorial-affiliated organizations, criminalizes their vital work documenting abuses and providing legal aid.
“Viewpoint Diversity” is a Right-Wing Dog Whistle
Professor Jason Stanley of the University of Toronto’s Monks School of Global Affairs to calls for “viewpoint diversity” in academia serve as a dog whistle for lowering standards and promoting a right-wing ideological takeover. Professor Stanley argues that such initiatives would compromise the search for truth and academic excellence.
