Message from @Mal
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Dear xxx,
Thank you for your email.
I would firstly like to reassure you that this Government is a vociferous defender of freedom of speech both at home and abroad.
For example, late last year the Foreign Secretary announced that we would be investing in freedom of expression projects around the world and also the former Universities Minister called on the Office for Students (OfS) to champion free speech in universities.
In this particular case, I am aware that Mr Meechan was found guilty of breaching Section 127 of the 2003 UK Communications Act. Section 127 (1) makes it an offence to send, or cause to be sent by means of a public electronic communications network, a message or other matter that is grossly offensive or of an indecent, obscene or menacing character. The offence does not require an intention to cause anxiety or distress to be proven, and the message does not have to be sent to a specific person. Section 127 (2) contains a separate offence of misusing a public communications network for the purpose of causing annoyance, inconvenience or needless anxiety to another, either by sending or causing to be sent a false message or by persistently making use of the network. The maximum penalty for offences under Section 127 is six months’ imprisonment and/or a fine of up to £5,000.​
From what I understand, Mr Meechan was teaching his girlfriend’s pet dog to imitate a Nazi salute following a number of vile, anti-Semitic comments, which is certainly no laughing matter.
I would like to thank you for your support for the Conservative Party but also gently point out that as the MP for Northampton North I assist all of my constituents equally regardless of political persuasion.
You have mentioned that you may not vote for a Conservative at the next election, however I would just caution that this will increase the likelihood of Jeremy Corbyn becoming Prime Minister, an outcome that would be disastrous for this country.
Jeremy Corbyn’s spending plans would mean more borrowing, a higher deficit and more debt. Labour’s Shadow Chancellor has even admitted that they are planning for a run on the pound if they get elected. Mr Corbyn’s views have not changed since he entered politics and his economic policies would see us return to the turmoil of the 1970’s, when we saw the 83% tax rate decimate businesses and discourage investment in Britain.
Moreover, as you have indicated your support for freedom of speech, I would like to make you aware that whilst the Conservatives are defending this very important principle, Jeremy Corbyn’s Labour Party risk trying to restrict the freedom of the press. You can read about Labour’s position on Press freedom laws here: https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/press-freedom-laws-at-risk-from-labour-fbb2mt27k.
I hope this has clarified my thoughts on the matter.
Kind Regards,
Michael
A non reply really
With Jeremy is worse
Top form
Nothing they said is wrong about Corbyn but-
"From what I understand, Mr Meechan was teaching his girlfriend’s pet dog to imitate a Nazi salute following a number of vile, anti-Semitic comments, which is certainly no laughing matter."
This part is retarded
You have mentioned that you may not vote for a Conservative at the next election, however I would just caution that this will increase the likelihood of Jeremy Corbyn becoming Prime Minister, an outcome that would be disastrous for this country.
Then what is this
At least I am not as bad
Fuck this shit
This is a race to the bottom
They're basically saying "You have no other option if you don't want things to get much worse much faster" and sad part is this isn't wrong.
They have no need to change because they know their opponent is a raging communist
"From what I understand", you don't.
and no third party is going to win
Standard politician garbage.
Afraid to take a principled stand, because of repercussions from the top, or from the voters.
They have pronciples, it is called money
Why would Conservative voters be unhappy with standing up for free speech though?
I think they'd gain more support then they would lose
I'm certain they're concerned about the image of this case. It involves things they're afraid of the media spinning against them.
Conservatives defend anti-semitism DUN DUN DUN
Pretty much.
Man I have to say UK politicians have got some balls
and not in a good way
don't know of many politicians who would threaten their own voters
He probably supports the law in the first place.
They don't really have much to lose by doing though
Because they know someone who truly cares about such a thing won't vote for Corbyn
Maybe we should start throwing egg on their faces
I finished watching that video. This one comment sums the best part up, apart from Peterson's words:
>Fun fact: At 44:24, Dr. Craig pulls up a quote against Goldstein from Steven Pinker, GOLDSTEIN'S (the atheist woman's) husband.
>Geez, Craig is next level savage. Deja vu of Dr. Peterson and Newman's "Ha.Gotcha!" moment. Bonus: Her reaction to this at 45:20 is gold.
The sheer gaul to in the same statement defend free speech then defend hate speech laws and say that you have to support him because of Corbyn
They have no shame.
That's the sad part.
What was the video you were referring btw
Thanks