This Is Why

Civil liberties & COVID-19

10.16.2020 - By Global News / CuriouscastPlay

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One of the most common arguments anti-mask advocates use is that mandating the use of face coverings is the government running afoul of rights and liberties.

In this episode of This Is Why, we look at how civil liberties could be contravened during a pandemic, and the careful balance legislators have to walk when considering public health orders.

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Guests:

Michael Bryant, executive director, Canadian Civil Liberties Association

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