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Unveiling China’s political meddling: A deep dive into Canadian democracy
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Unveiling China’s political meddling: A deep dive into Canadian democracy

| @indiablooms | 19 Dec 2023, 04:54 pm

In a shocking revelation reported by Sam Cooper in November 2022, the Chinese consulate in Toronto has been implicated in cultivating a network of 11 political candidates during the 2019 federal election in Canada.

What initially seemed like an isolated incident has unraveled into a larger scandal, exposing a persistent and systematic effort by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to influence Canadian politics at every level of government.

Cooper’s investigative reporting has been at the forefront of this unfolding political drama, revealing that the interference extends beyond specific candidates to encompass a broader strategy of infiltrating Canada’s democratic processes. Perhaps even more astonishing, it has been suggested that the CCP had a clear preference for Justin Trudeau to lead the Liberal Party and become the Prime Minister of Canada.

The repercussions of these findings have sent shockwaves through the Trudeau government, prompting a series of measures to address the crisis. In an attempt to quell concerns and navigate through the growing controversy, the government appointed the former governor general, David Johnston, to serve as a “special rapporteur” on the matter. However, what appeared to be a resolution only deepened the controversy, as Johnston’s close ties to Trudeau – characterized by a long-standing friendship and shared recreational activities – raised accusations of a glaring conflict of interest.

The scandal reached a boiling point when Johnston, unable to withstand the mounting pressure, was compelled to resign from his position as the special rapporteur. Faced with public outcry and increasing demands for transparency, the Trudeau government succumbed to the inevitable and initiated a formal inquiry into foreign election interference. This marks a significant turning point in the investigation, signaling a commitment to uncover the extent of Chinese involvement in shaping Canada’s political landscape.

To delve deeper into the intricate web of CCP’s infiltration into Canada’s democracy, Sam Cooper, the founder of The Bureau, recently joined Harrison Faulkner on an exclusive discussion. The conversation sheds light on the multifaceted dimensions of this foreign interference and underscores the need for a comprehensive understanding of the situation.

As Canadians grapple with the implications of these revelations, the ongoing inquiry promises to unravel the layers of a complex narrative that challenges the very foundations of their democratic processes. The investigation not only seeks to hold those responsible accountable but also aims to safeguard the integrity of future elections, ensuring that the voice of the Canadian people remains untainted by foreign influences.

(Image and text courtesy: Khalsavox.com)

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