How is it possible that in Canada in 2013 “Sanctuary,” a medieval concept of Church protection, is still necessary? As we reflect on today, International Human Rights Day, we must also contemplate the fact that desperate, stateless people have come here with a hope that Canada would treat them fairly, would strive to understand the brutal circumstances which forced them to leave their homes and dream of being welcomed in a country with a once proud reputation for kindness and sensitivity. Instead they have had to go into hiding under the protection of a Church with the hope that compassion will in the end win out.
In other news, fans will be sad to note that Bernie will not be running in any Thornhill by-election. Also, as you can see from the Globe pic it looks like he's got a new 'stache. Very dapper.
PS. The site of JRAN, noted in the article, can be found here.
