A 36-year-old British Columbia man [Robert Knipstrom] has died in hospital more than four days after being subdued by RCMP officers with a Taser and nearly every other available weapon except firearms. It’s good that the mounties were trying to … Continue reading →
Howard Hyde had schizophrenia and some violent behavior led to his arrest by Halifax police. I think tasers are dangerous and they’re used to force compliance (which is torture). I think the main effect of these devices is to terrorize the public … Continue reading →
Government tables new security certificate legislation Five men are currently the subject of security certificates — four have been released on strict bail conditions, while suspect Hassan Almrei is still in custody… Suspects named in a security certificate do not get the … Continue reading →
Additional comment: as of June 3, 2015: taking away someone’s property should only be done as part of an exercise in justice and compensation–in the case where someone has been found responsible, with evidence and due process, of being guilty … Continue reading →
Election 2006 – My Platform Campaign Page My Platform Self-ownership and property rights. Greater personal and economic liberty. Repeal victimless “crimes”. Police and courts should be focused on crimes of violence, theft and fraud. Restitution. Criminals should have … Continue reading →
By-Election Statements November 14 Debate (Lester Pearson Collegiate, Malvern) Closing Statement (Approximate) Back to Statements Page Again, I’d like to thank all of you and the sponsors of this event for giving me this opportunity to express my views. I … Continue reading →
Elect Alan Mercer in Scarborough-Rouge River The Ontario Libertarian Party has nominated Alan Mercer as the Libertarian candidate for the upcoming provincial by-election in the riding of Scarborough-Rouge River. Message from the Candidate I urge anyone who opposes big government … Continue reading →
canada.com, The Vancouver Sun, Aug 7 ’05 Emery ready for biggest battle yet As the longtime pot activist braces for his fight against extradition to the U.S. — something he calls “the ultimate moment of my career” — … Continue reading →
By Alan Mercer, 17 July 2005 As of 2014, my ideas have changed since I wrote this, but I will try to leave this unedited. Jan Narveson: Respecting Persons in Theory and Practice: Essays on Moral and Political Philosophy Jan … Continue reading →