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“The federal court has not commented on niqab as being a violation of any putative Charter right, but rather has said that the court believes that the policy ought to be anchored in legislation or regulation as opposed to an administrative order from the Minister. We disagree with that. But this is…” quote by Jason Kenney
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“The federal court has not commented on niqab as being a violation of any putative Charter right, but rather has said that the court believes that the policy ought to be anchored in legislation or regulation as opposed to an administrative order from the Minister. We disagree with that. But this is not a Charter ruling.”

Jason Kenney

About This Quote

Source Speech: Canadian Parliament, 2022

Legal policy on niqab should be grounded in legislation, not administrative orders, to ensure democratic legitimacy.

In simple terms: Policy needs legislative basis.

Key Takeaway

Advocate for law‑based regulation.

Themes

law policy religious freedom

Mood

formal analytical

Type

political legal

When to use this quote

  • public debate
  • court challenges
  • legislative drafting

Key Concepts

legitimacy governance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How to balance security and freedom?
  • What legislative steps are needed?
A Different Perspective

May ignore individual rights concerns.

2.6 out of 5 (10 ratings)

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