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April 10, 2008

Warman vs The Entire Free World (Bumped)

For those on the left who think this isn't your fight;

The Saskblogs Aggregator is toast now. I pulled it this evening. Anyone wondering why need only read Richard Warman's Statement of Claims (PDF, 1.5M, 23pp) against Kate of SDA. In particular paragraphs 28-31.

He's suing Kate not because she posted anything libelous, but because Kathy supposedly did on SDA, and that any link to supposed libelous statements constitutes libel. His grounds are that commentators on SDA libeled him and therefore Kate is the libeling party.

I have the posts in question in my database and I republished them on Saskblogs and had search capabilities on Saskblogs.

In other words, by Warman's definition, I libeled him as well.


The Saskblogs Aggregator hosted posts from dozens of Saskatchewan blogs, some of them personal, some of them political - and many of them representing the left.

Update - Red Tory does, and his post merits more linkage.

I'm humbled by your generosity. Donations, small and large, have been pouring in since yesterday morning, at one point more quickly than I was able to send thank you notes. It continued through the day and there were many more waiting this morning. Many of you have indicated you're mailing cheques.

This is largely in part to the support of bloggers across North America who have helped get the word out. Check out Technorati for a partial list. Contributors include Americans as well as Canadians, university students and retirees, US and Canadian military, lawyers, and other bloggers, of course - you get the picture. Some have donated to us all.

Many have indicated they're redirecting their CPC donations to this effort, and have copied their MP's as to why.

Thank you. Maybe that will make a few more of them sit up and take notice of what is happening to our freedoms. Remember, this lawsuit has come about as a direct result of the scrutiny bloggers have directed towards one of the CHRC's lynch pins.

I'll be placing the funds in a dedicated account until they are required. Should it come to pass that the action is dropped, or that a significant surplus is left over, I'll be happy to return any donation upon request (less Paypal costs). What is left will remain a legal defense nest egg for SDA.

How much have I raised? Well, let's just say it's "signifiicant". As I said yesterday, I like to keep my powder dry.

You can access Paypal from this link:

Cheques can be mailed to: Kate McMillan, Box 579, Delisle SK, Canada. S0L 0P0. Be sure to indicate "legal defense fund". (If you own a business and would prefer to support the effort through advertising on SDA, contact me privately for the details.)

Original post follows below.


In matters such as this, I like to keep my powder dry. Besides, people much smarter than I are already out front with the ball. But thank you (again) to everyone who's hit the paypal button this morning, and to those of you out spreading the word on both sides of the 49th.

Others commenting : Kathy Shaidle, Michelle Malkin, Castle Arggh!, Hot Air, Glenn Reynolds, The Politic, Mesopotamia West... and more. You're welcome to link back to your own in the comments if I've missed you. I can't keep up, and still get some work down around here!

Update. I'm a little overwhelmed at the support that I've received already. I've tried to send a thank you note to everyone, if I missed you, it's an oversight (or the Paypal notification didn't make it through). Someone asked for a mailing address in the comments - it's Kate McMillan, Box 579, Delisle SK, Canada. S0L 0P0

Update - A testimonial! See? It pays to buy a few rounds.

Posted by Kate at April 10, 2008 9:59 AM
Comments

The defendants should view this as an opportunity. Now you can depose Warman to your heart's content. Just wear his ass out with discovery.

Posted by: texan at April 9, 2008 1:18 PM

For sure I'll be hitting PayPal, Kate.
I had no idea I wasn't in Canada. Gotta be Cuba, or China.

Posted by: wendy.g at April 9, 2008 1:19 PM

Ezra mentions in his statement that Warman is suing for only $50,000 in an alleged attempt to circumvent discovery.

Surely, there must be a way to countersue him for an amount that triggers discovery.

Posted by: set you free at April 9, 2008 1:22 PM

Texan, go check out Ezra's discussion on the situation. It appears Warman has sued everyone for $50,000 each. Such a sum apparently qualifies the suit for some kind of express lane, which reduces or nullifies a lot of the discovery process. Can you believe that? Like it can't get anymore brutal.

Posted by: daryl at April 9, 2008 1:24 PM

I was going to send some $ to my local CPC riding association, but I think that they will be more useful to Kate, Kathy, Ezra and Marc.

Posted by: ward at April 9, 2008 1:25 PM

Why hasn't your media gotten a story done on this? Y'all seem like a dangerously passive people up there. I think this Ezra guy may be almost the last man left in Canada. I don't think you guys have the luxury of dry powder I don't think. You're in real trouble.

Posted by: happyfeet at April 9, 2008 1:26 PM

Your humble correspondent Drained Brain has responded here to those who ask on Michelle Malkin's site what Canadians are themselves doing to fight this.

Now is the time for... nah, I never could type that accurately but you should still get the point.

Hit that Tip Jar rather than waiting for Kate to win a Canada Council Grant.

Posted by: Drained Brain at April 9, 2008 1:29 PM

Can't this Warman guy be sued for abusing the system seeing as how he seems to be the only one making all of these claims?

Posted by: porknbean at April 9, 2008 1:31 PM

We will defeat these insolent mofo's! The fun has just begun. Hit those Paypal buttons people!

Posted by: Blazingcatfur at April 9, 2008 1:31 PM

Warman is now trying to use the courts to silence is critics. He has already lost this one before it gets going.

His past machinations through the HRCs failed to do anything but put his true character in the public eye and now he will have the lights turned up even brighter.


Posted by: OMMAG at April 9, 2008 1:35 PM

I just made a contribution. I'm living on a relatively small pension, so I can't contribute a lot, but I guess any little bit helps. This is truly a worthy cause. I have also e-mailed my MP, Rahim Jaffer to tell him my feelings on the subject, but so far have not received a reply. Perhaps he or his staff are very busy, but I think that if he were flooded with e-mails he might pay attention.

Posted by: dpirot at April 9, 2008 1:38 PM

Lucy Warman should take into account, that since I paid off my mortgage, there is only one burden on my wallet: keeping the gun collection going. When Kate is threatened, guns can wait. I have tons of money to spend on helping this cause. Lucy should bail out before it's too late for her.

Posted by: Aaron at April 9, 2008 1:38 PM

rule 76 can be objected to in this case since warman, in addition to monetary relief, seeks an apology and retraction.

the claim is $50k total on a joint and several basis. not $50k each.

oh i forgot, you guys hate lawyers.

Posted by: allen at April 9, 2008 1:39 PM

Can someone guide me thru backtracking, or what's it called? Meaning I want to link a post in my blog to this... There should be something in place instead of digging in HTML source of Kate's front page.

Posted by: Aaron at April 9, 2008 1:44 PM

Just kicked in for the cause.

Posted by: Hector Mauvaise at April 9, 2008 1:46 PM

Hi Aaron, my backtracks don't work. The spammers took care of that last year. :(

Posted by: Kate at April 9, 2008 1:46 PM

Why doesn't someone publish Warmans home address so people can mail him,uh,letters of protest and such.

Posted by: Mr.g at April 9, 2008 1:47 PM

Is there an address for this Warp-man guy? I think he's in Orleans, Ottawa area.
For those who wish to mail in complaints.

Posted by: eastern paul at April 9, 2008 1:48 PM

When is the Harper case against Dionski coming up?
Assume it's still on, haven't heard any apology from the little dink.

Posted by: Liz J at April 9, 2008 1:48 PM

A lawyer available to ask a very important question. How can you certify as a class action invalid (statued barred) Indian Residential School claims again? Only lawyers that ignore the Legal Professions Act. Others are the few shining Knights and they are few.

Posted by: What did Edgar say at April 9, 2008 1:53 PM

I don't have allot but I'll send you some cash Kate. Wish I could send more...

Posted by: Orlin at April 9, 2008 1:53 PM

This is just insane.....I'll see what I can do to help the cause....This just makes me sick to my stomach that little imps like Warman can get away with this crap.

Posted by: daverbonz at April 9, 2008 1:53 PM

I think warman is going apes*@# because he knows that his game is almost up and he wants to do as much damage as possible before he completely loses all relevance and becomes no more than another largely ignored fringe radical.

Posted by: UCSPanther at April 9, 2008 1:54 PM

What really bothers me in all this is the defensive mindset Kate. I am being asked to donate to defense funds for various bloggers and that is fair enough.

But, dammit, it is not enough for an asshat like Warman to lose a court case. The man should be punished for what he's done. If what you guys are saying about him is true, the SOB should be behind bars.

It's not enough for me to see our bloggers and rights defended from swine like Warman...I want to see Warman's head on a stick, and I want to see his parrots like Warren Kinsella shudder at the thought of ever trying BS like this again.

It is time for you all to go on the offensive.

Posted by: Jim at April 9, 2008 1:55 PM

What exactly is the complaint?
I did look up Ezra's blog, but again it wasn't clear what precisely Warman is complaining about!

What are you guys supposed to have done?

Posted by: Garduneh Mehr at April 9, 2008 1:59 PM

Unable to use pay pal to donate with credit card. Won't recognize Canadian province of postal code on the form. What's up with that. Anyone??

Posted by: John West at April 9, 2008 2:01 PM

I am with Jim!

Posted by: Aaron at April 9, 2008 2:03 PM

*
this guy is simple enough to wanna square off with
kathy shaidle in a court of law?

geezus... that's like shakin' up a bag of feral cats...
and then sticking your face in to see how they're
doin'.

not that kate and ezra are any kind of slouches.

i "ALMOST" feel sorry for this dumbstick.

*

Posted by: neo at April 9, 2008 2:03 PM

John West,

It should work. Leave out the space in the Post Code, and make sure the country says Canada.

Posted by: ural at April 9, 2008 2:07 PM

Does Warman do all this BS on his own time, or does he spend his taxpayer funded time in his job with DND?? Is he using his government office computer and materials to play his game?? I would think it wrong to be collecting tax dollars while doing personal crap. He would do well to address these questions publicly before proceeding to much further.

Posted by: Rob C at April 9, 2008 2:08 PM

John West, I use paypal form Canada. You have to go set yourself up a Canadian account with them and then you can use it to pay. Look for a link for international customers, or contact their tech support.

Every single one of us should be calling and writing hand-written letters to our MPs. I'll be writing a letter to the editor of the London Free Press on this issue, asking others to also write to their MP's

Who wants to march on Ottawa?

Posted by: Kyla at April 9, 2008 2:10 PM

How surreal is it that on a day when we should be thinking about the actions of brave men at Vimy and the freedoms they fought for, we are reminded of lesser mortals like warman.

His choice of legal representatives- Shillers LLP- perhaps tells us a lot.

Wikipedia.....'Shill' can also be used pejoratively to describe a critic who appears either all-too-eager to heap glowing praise upon mediocre offerings, or who acts as an apologist for glaring flaws. In this sense, they would be an implicit 'shill' for the industry at large, as their income is tied to its prosperity.

Free speech and fair comment must be preserved Kate, my donation will follow.

Posted by: Cascadian at April 9, 2008 2:11 PM

Got it .. thanks

Posted by: John West at April 9, 2008 2:12 PM

Lucy needs a geography lesson.

Delisle is no more a City than Barrie is. Perhaps SDA can slip the noose on a technicality.

My pay pal button will get hit 4 times later today.

Posted by: The LS from SK at April 9, 2008 2:12 PM

There's clear video evidence of Warman counselling a bunch of thugs to commit an assault. That alone should be enough for disbarment.

Posted by: Chris Vanoostveen at April 9, 2008 2:13 PM

When does johnny ringo come by and rattle his empty-save-for-the-bullet head?

...just wanted to get that out of the way before he pops up with some new ignorance.

Posted by: otter at April 9, 2008 2:26 PM

Finland lends it support via Tundra Tabloids.

http://tinyurl.com/6223f4

Posted by: Blazingcatfur at April 9, 2008 2:27 PM

Keep in mind that this effort to shut down the right side of the spectrum of the blogoshere is also an effort by our champions of "PC Free Speech Only", to again paint the Conservatives and their supporters as supporters of white supremacist websites and all that that entails.

The progressives will use this against you to paint you (us, as I'm one who is as PO'd about this as you posting here) as the "knuckle-draggers" in our "progressive" society. It is an attempt to extinguish "conservative" thought and opinion, marginalize it and drive it underground.

The most disconcerting fact of this issue is the fact that a government paid institution is stifling free speech in this country, using your tax dollars to pay for it, even indirectly using Richard Warman Private Citizen TM as the conduit. It's the same at the provincial level as well. The silence from our current Conservative federal government on this issue as well as on the provincial level, speaks volumes of how effective the "progressives" have silenced them on any public censure of what our various HRC's are doing against their own supporters. An election will not solve this problem, in fact I would venture to suggest that there will be a noticeable split in our society that will pit even family members against family members. This is a visceral fight to the finish on this issue and it will get uglier as this goes on.

Posted by: jt at April 9, 2008 2:31 PM

Garduneh Mehr

What exactly is the complaint?
I did look up Ezra's blog, but again it wasn't clear what precisely Warman is complaining about!

What are you guys supposed to have done?

Have different opinions this bleep did'nt approve of. That answer you question?

Posted by: Shawn at April 9, 2008 2:35 PM

Paypal sent. Not much, but every $20 helps. A minimum of $20 per reader/poster would kick start things in a big way. Get on it, folks.

Posted by: Yukon Gold at April 9, 2008 2:35 PM

I like ward's thinking:

The money I would give to my riding association is now going to serve another purpose.

Posted by: Tenebris at April 9, 2008 2:39 PM

Boy am I glad I don't have a blog. I think I would be in deep trouble as, although I find myself agreeing with Kate's opinion 99% of the time(She likes dodge I like chev), I think I would lack the tact and restraint to temper my comments.

It is a sad state of affairs when we have to be so worried about our statements and opinions.

Kate, please accept my small donation, I plan to make more as this goes on.

Posted by: Trevor at April 9, 2008 3:00 PM

I also donated. However, I also agree with Jim - it is time to go on the offensive. Warman should be investigated, charged and when obviously found guilty - imprisoned. And then the civil suits to finish the vile one off.

With Pen, the Association of Canadian Journalists, National Post and Macleans - we should be able to mount a devastating pro-bono advocacy campaign to inform the majority and turn every decent Canadian against them.

The idea isn't just to beat them, it's to crush them with maximum prejudice.

Posted by: irwin daisy at April 9, 2008 3:07 PM

Who exactly is this Warman individual really?
What's his real problem?

Posted by: Liz J at April 9, 2008 3:08 PM

I would write to my MP, but me thinks a dipper would not be paying much attention.

Maybe if I signed it with CUPW after the name?

Posted by: Jim at April 9, 2008 3:08 PM

I donated $5. I regret I can't give more at this time, as I don't have a steady job yet. But I'll do what I can for the cause.

Posted by: Monique at April 9, 2008 3:10 PM

I just blogged a piece on you and Kathy. I'm really sick about the whole thing. I really don't know what to say.

Lindsey

Posted by: Lindsey Russell at April 9, 2008 3:13 PM

Any legal minds out there? Would it be possible for the bloggers to somehow consolidate their defense and pool their funds so they can take on this creep?

Posted by: John B at April 9, 2008 3:13 PM

This latest action may be just enough to put Mr. Warman over the top for a future Order of Canada.

Posted by: Richard Ball at April 9, 2008 3:14 PM

Paypal'd 50.00 Kate.

Posted by: mikepop at April 9, 2008 3:15 PM

My money will be going to defend free speech.
If our MPs should decide to do the right thing,
I will again donate to my local Party EDA. Otherwise, not another red cent.

Posted by: Budgie at April 9, 2008 3:15 PM

"Ezra mentions in his statement that Warman is suing for only $50,000 in an alleged attempt to circumvent discovery."

Well, would a million dollar countersuit open up the discovery process? It can be pretty easy to get into a lawsuit but murder getting out.

Posted by: John Luft at April 9, 2008 3:23 PM

I can understand it is a political minefield for the Conservatives. Having said that, if they aren't up to the task I will direct my CPC monies towards freedom of speech and the suppression of censorship.

Posted by: Paul at April 9, 2008 3:24 PM

Kate,

Could you post a mailing address to send a old-fashion cheque?
Paypal's not my thang.

Thanks,
Rednik

Posted by: Rednik at April 9, 2008 3:25 PM

Warman really is an idiot of the highest order. The fool has invited an avalanche of negative exposure to himself. Now that his sorry ass has caught the attention of Michelle Malkin and Instapundit he has a good chance to being a news item on FOX. I've noticed that they often get their material from conservative blogs.

I wonder if his meringue pie compadres had any input?

What a fool.

Posted by: penny at April 9, 2008 3:29 PM

Another point....Warman is likely baiting people to send him "hate mail" via the internet or otherwise.

Posted by: John Luft at April 9, 2008 3:31 PM

Heh. I feel kind of bad, that it was US bloggers flogging the issue to get it noticed, even if I was one of the Flea-inspired floggers...

But we right-wing knuckle-dragging myrmidons *did* get it noticed, at least in the bubble of the blogosphere, didn't we?

The important thing is the commentary is mostly happening on the Canadian sites, along with the fiscal assistance. Mebbe, just mebbe, you guys can make some damn fine lemonade out of this lemon.

Good luck on wrapping Warman up in legalese, Kate.

Posted by: John of Argghhh! at April 9, 2008 3:32 PM

Of bloody course I've added my own words and an appropriate graphic available for all to steal:

WARMAN DECLARES WAR AGAINST BLOGGERS

http://thecanadiansentinel.blogspot.com/2008/04/warman-declares-war-against-bloggers.html

This is a fight which King Leonidas of Sparta would love...

Posted by: The Canadian Sentinel at April 9, 2008 3:33 PM

This has gotten me really pissed off and I think it's time to launch a maximal disruption campaign against Warman. His actions have made him a public figure and it was my understanding that commenting on the actions of public figures cannot be considered to be slander. A complaint to the Ontario law society would be in order and it would probably help if hundreds of people wrote in to complain about his actions. I'd also suggest writing to his employer letting them know what Warman's up to. The amount of time Warman's spending self-googling must be interfering with his work.

I haven't seen Warman's home address posted anywhere, but his actions are so objectionable that I think it is appropriate to hit him at his place of employment. If a few hundred people sent strips of duct tape in an envelope (symbolic of his attempt to stifle free speech) I'm sure his superiors would notice. Perhaps they would decide the he was too much of an embarassment to have around.

I'll be snailmailing a donation as I can't get paypal to work (for some reason my Visa card doesn't work for online purchases in Canada). I'll also be letting PMSH know that the Conservative party isn't getting any money from me this year as if he's not interested in protecting free speech then I'll give the money to people who are.

Posted by: loki at April 9, 2008 3:34 PM

I'm reposting a bit from Tips, about the Canadian Laws on defamation. The thing is, I don't think that Warman's lawsuit is..well, suitable.

Because, in Section 301 of the criminal code, there is no problem with posting matter that is "matter that, on reasonable grounds, he (the defendant) believes is true, and that is relevant to any subject of public interest, the public discussion of which is for the public benefit."

And, section 302, on a public person, you can make comments "on the public conduct of a person who takes part in public affairs".

Well, that's not only our MPs, it's our civil service who are publicly accountable. That includes Warman and his behaviour with regard to the HRAct.

And 311; "No person shall be deemed to publish a defamatory libel where he proves that the publication of the defamatory matter in the manner in which it was published was for the public benefit at the time when it was published and that the matter itself was true. "

In my view, the publication by all (Levant, Shaidle, McMillan, Free Dominion etc) were for the public benefit, by making public the abuses of the Human Rights Commission - and Richard Warman's absue of the HRAct by his personal filing of so many third party complaints, his interference with the process, etc.

"315. No person shall be deemed to publish a defamatory libel by reason only that he publishes defamatory matter in good faith for the purpose of seeking remedy or redress for a private or public wrong or grievance from a person who has, or who on reasonable grounds he believes has, the right or is under an obligation to remedy or redress the wrong or grievance, if

(a) he believes that the defamatory matter is true;

(b) the defamatory matter is relevant to the remedy or redress that is sought;"

So, on several grounds, I don't think that Warman's lawsuit is valid. We, the public, have a right to critique his behaviour in our public institutions. We, the public, think that the system is flawed and that he is using its flaws for both his own personal gain, and, I also suspect, for his personal psychological neurosis.

There is absolutely no proof that his reputation has suffered as a result of our critique; it might have suffered as a result of his own behaviour but that's his problem. What is his behaviour? Filing so many third party complaints at the Human Rights Commission, interfering in the processing of these complaints by advice etc; encouraging young people to physically assault a speaker at a public presentation (David Icke), using anonymous names to post hate-messages on blogs, and malicious lawsuits against anyone whom he feels says something critical of him.

I personally think that Warman has a psychological problem; he's a Controller. He has to control what people think about various issues (that's why he's in the job he's in!); and he has to control what they think about him. That's quite a serious neurosis.

Posted by: ET at April 9, 2008 3:35 PM

Those named in the Warman action need to retain counsel and file a class action. Warman clearly represents a political force which is attempting to silence Conservative opinion in Canada.

I would urge anyone who donates to the Conservative Party to instead direct those contributions to the defense of those named in the Warman action.

This issue strikes at the heart of democracy in Canada. If Warman and company are successful then free speech and individual freedom in Canada is lost forever.

I am shocked and outraged by this abuse of process. It is time to get organized and protest this travesty.

Do not rely on the Canadian MSM to report on this issue. It will be American journalists who write about these fascist tactics.

Call your MP - make sure they listen.

And forget about the federal election - this is the cause celebre.


Posted by: Brad at April 9, 2008 3:38 PM

I've already contributed to Ezra, but I want to contribute more to everyone threatened by this warman nazi.

Ideally, there would be a single joint defense fund and the same legal defense team would handle the representation of all of warman's victims in order to reduce legal costs.

Also there are plenty of sites in America and elsewhere which would be proud to assist in the counterattack, beyond the reach of warman's legal tenacles.

And Allen, we luv lawyers like you. Any thoughts?

Posted by: Freedom Fan at April 9, 2008 3:45 PM

"I would urge anyone who donates to the Conservative Party to instead direct those contributions to the defense of those named in the Warman action."

Notifying the CPC tonight. This gong show has gotten completely out-of-hand. If the Harper government no longer supports their base, then there's no reason for me to support them.

Posted by: wingwalker at April 9, 2008 3:47 PM

if lucy lose's does he have to pay your legal bill? anyone?

Posted by: royalist at April 9, 2008 3:56 PM

We are working behind the scenes with excellent legal counsel. (And other offers to assist have come forward on that front, as well). So I think we're pretty well covered when it comes to the nuts and bolts of the legal side.

:)

Posted by: Kate at April 9, 2008 4:02 PM

Is this the Warman? Does the Minister of National Defense condone Warman's activities? Who is the Minister of National Defense? Has CSIS been informed?
...-

"Law Society of Upper Canada"

"Member Contact Information
Full Name
Richard Bruce Warman
Status
Not Practising Law - Employed
Company Name
Department of National Defense
Business Address
Withheld
Phone
Fax
Email address
Withheld'
http://tinyurl.com/4kue5n

Posted by: maz2 at April 9, 2008 4:04 PM

I believe if the initiator of the lawsuit loses he must pay court and the other sides reasonable legal costs. Right now that is adding up to, based on public statements by Levant and Shaidle $50,000 per blogger x the number of bloggers...is that 5

So Warman's warchest, should he lose goes to $250,000. Ezra is likely correct that another org is backing him to some extent or on a contingency basis.

The question is what happens should he drop the suit just prior to it going to court. Essentially you cause the other side to go through probably 70% of their legal costs but then no decision is made.

I guess that would mean all of the others would have to engage in more money to initiate a suit against him. Likely a harder thing to do....perhaps some legal mind on this board could comment on that scenario.

If he pays nothing then this is about potential chill and seeing if he can make anyone break, for minimum cost. Minimum cost, maximum disruption. Sounds like fun for someone who has a well paid government job, that you cant get fired from, that pays a great pension and someone else is funding your legal bills. I mean heck if anyone was in that position they would probably harass their political opponents. why not, its fun to make them uncomfortable....its called maximum disruption.

As I said, what's the cost to the plaintiff if they drop the suit the day before the court date?

Posted by: Stephen at April 9, 2008 4:11 PM

Yeee-HAW!

$50,000 lawsuit against SDA and Five Feet of Fugly, too!

Guess you redenck racists and homophobes will have to take your retro act somewhere else!

It *was* nice for awhile there, wasn't it? Just like the 'fifties, before all those uppity women and black people and gays started wrecking everything for all you decent hard-working whities.

Sayonara, chumps!

Posted by: rolik at April 9, 2008 4:13 PM

A few thousand rolls of duct tape sent to his employer, addressed to Richard might cause some people to take a close look at who they're employing.

Posted by: theredsuit at April 9, 2008 4:15 PM

I paypalled Kate & Ezra both $50 each, and am writing the CPC website to inform them
that I can not give them $100 this year because it went to a better cause.

Maybe Rob Nicholson will get the message & do something about these HRCs.

Posted by: Alienated at April 9, 2008 4:18 PM

I just advised the Conservative candidate in my riding that his contribution is going to Ezra Levant et al....

it's time for the Harper government to get behind this issue and state the governments position on an individuals right to freedom of speech in Canada....

when a pencil-neck like Warman (sue me you bitch) - who is paid by the taxpayers of this country - can instill fear in Canadians for embracing conservative opinions and values...

when CTV News, a national broadcaster can denigrate the entire conservative electorate - rfife@ctv.ca - "knuckle-draggers"....

when conservative bloggers are threatened with legal action for expressing conservative opinions....

I will leave Canada - because this country is becoming worse than the former Soviet Union....


Posted by: Brad at April 9, 2008 4:23 PM

Kate,

The smallest donation you will see is probably mine, I wish I could have given you more but I have health problems that affect my financial situation ( long story...maybe another time...)

Posted by: Friend of USA at April 9, 2008 4:30 PM

Rednik; Click on homepage under the picture of Kate behind her bike. Then click on "Contact Kate" I would say that's what you were asking about.

Posted by: Sober2ndThought at April 9, 2008 4:33 PM

I'm with Jim too! What the hell? Why isn't there some Canadian's for Freedom outfit offensively fighting these guys? Canadian Veterans with some cash? Anyone? Anyone? This shouldn't be left as a defensive play... I'm just saying... What else is being done about this assault on freedom of speech?

Posted by: KL at April 9, 2008 4:34 PM

I'm with Jim too! What the hell? Why isn't there some Canadian's for Freedom outfit offensively fighting these guys? Canadian Veterans with some cash? Anyone? Anyone? This shouldn't be left as a defensive play... I'm just saying... What else is being done about this assault on freedom of speech?

Posted by: KL at April 9, 2008 4:34 PM

Like redneck, I use cheques and an address is required to send the cheque - would it be possible to open a defense fund bank account - I think that that would be easy and effective.

This last action of Lucy and PC gang would be laughable 20 years ago - who would have thought that Canada could come to this - not even during the dark days of Puffin Rule did I dream that this nightmare from the Soviet Union could come to roost here? I will send as much as I can afford and I will pass around this post too.

The bureaucrats in this nation MUST be STOPPED. If it is any comfort, PMSH is also up against this fanatical murder of crows; the public service needs dunging out (my brother is a plumber - he uses this verb at work!). We are PAYING these Lucy types who use our money to sue Canadian citizens (that's us folks!) who have committed no crime. It cannot get any worse. One more step and we will have no access to Justice because we will find ourselves living in a Cuba type state with us as the state slaves.

Posted by: Jema54 at April 9, 2008 4:34 PM

I'm with Jim too! What the hell? Why isn't there some Canadian's for Freedom outfit offensively fighting these guys? Canadian Veterans with some cash? Anyone? Anyone? This shouldn't be left as a defensive play... I'm just saying... What else is being done about this assault on freedom of speech?

Posted by: KL at April 9, 2008 4:35 PM

I also will not be donating to the CPC this year, but I will be donating to you guys. Thanks for fighting this. I would be very surprised if you did not get enought to fight this as well as to turn around an sue him. The difference I find between the left and the right is that the right is willing to put their own money where their mouth is, whereas the left will use government (taxpayers money) to fight the good fight,

Posted by: Maureen at April 9, 2008 4:36 PM

I also will not be donating to the CPC this year, but I will be donating to you guys. Thanks for fighting this. I would be very surprised if you did not get enought to fight this as well as to turn around an sue him. The difference I find between the left and the right is that the right is willing to put their own money where their mouth is, whereas the left will use government (taxpayers money) to fight the good fight,

Posted by: Maureen at April 9, 2008 4:36 PM

Just sent my donation.
I will also be informing my MP that it'll come out of my CPC donation amount. That is a brilliant suggestion.

Kick his ass.

Posted by: molarmauler at April 9, 2008 4:42 PM

Just made a donation, Kate.  Wish I could do more, but then, mebbe all the conservative bloggers should pool their resources and counter-sue Warman out of existence...

Garth

Posted by: Garth Wood at April 9, 2008 4:43 PM

The Good Fight is being picked up around the world! David Ickes hisself has linked to me and Ezra!

http://tinyurl.com/lkvl4

Scroll down you'll find it;)

Posted by: Blazingcatfur at April 9, 2008 4:46 PM

Support our Troops just took on a whole other meaning.

Posted by: Andy at April 9, 2008 4:56 PM

The Netherlands tosses a wooden shoe in the fire:

http://tinyurl.com/6o6d69

Posted by: Blazingcatfur at April 9, 2008 5:04 PM

Give 'em hell Kate!! I will add my small contributions to both you and Kathy.

Posted by: Karl at April 9, 2008 5:04 PM

* Yeee-HAW!

$50,000 lawsuit against SDA and Five Feet of Fugly, too!

Guess you redenck racists and homophobes will have to take your retro act somewhere else!

It *was* nice for awhile there, wasn't it? Just like the 'fifties, before all those uppity women and black people and gays started wrecking everything for all you decent hard-working whities.

Sayonara, chumps! *

Rolik - tell me (and everyone) that you're purposefully trying to be a s***-disturber ...

Posted by: the funz at April 9, 2008 5:07 PM

kate....even tho you sent me a shitty email about using the F word thereby exposing me to potential hatred and contempt in the future, i'm gonna send you a few bucks anyway....cause i like yer style.....

Posted by: john begley at April 9, 2008 5:07 PM

My contribution just went in too.

And wil also notify CPC as others are doing.

It's time for nonsense like this to stop.

Posted by: foobert at April 9, 2008 5:11 PM

http://steynian.wordpress.com/2008/04/09/steynianism-1065/

WHEN WARMAN ATTACKS: The Blogger-5 News Update

Posted by: Binks, WebElf at April 9, 2008 5:26 PM

Mailed to MP Keith Martin, PM Stephen Harper and my own (NDP) MP.

Dear Mr. Martin;

I’m writing to you because:

• You have publicly championed freedom of thought and speech in Canada by calling for the abolition of Sec. 13 (1) of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

• You are a fellow Vancouver Islander

• I am represented by a member of the NDP who would in all likelihood either dismiss my concerns or even agree with the CHRC regarding freedom of speech issues.

You are probably aware that Richard Warman, whose behaviour as a former CHRC employee and frequent complainant of the CHRC is now suing the National Post, Jonathan Kay, Ezra Levant, Kathy Shaidle and Catherine (Kate) McMillan for defamation and libel. I note that he has asked for damages exactly at the level which would allow him to avoid ‘discovery’ of his own past activities regarding the CHRC in the courts.

Having followed the issue closely for some months, I am growing increasingly concerned about the brazen attack on freedom of speech in Canada. Under the current system, individuals like Mr. Warman and the quasi-judicial HRC’s are able to intimidate and then if necessary, grind down individuals by forcing them to use their own funds to defend what should be their inalienable rights as Canadians.

I would urge that your renew your call for not only the abolishment of Section 13, but a complete review of the mandate of the Canadian Human Rights Commission system. The government of Canada has many issues which must be dealt with, but without the ability of Canadian citizens to voice their opinions – popular or unpopular – we will lose the most fundamental and important of ‘Canadian values’, a free and open democracy.

I thank you for your service to our country and your willingness to stand up for the rights of Canadians everywhere.

Posted by: NoGuff at April 9, 2008 5:49 PM

And just think -- any contribution made will eventually pay itself off in the form less taxes to support these shenanigans.
Shenanigan. Love that word.

Posted by: Paula at April 9, 2008 5:50 PM

Hey NO GUFF
Can I copy your missive and send it to PMSH?

Posted by: Hector Mauvaise at April 9, 2008 5:52 PM

Keep up the good fight Kate. Made a small donation but prepared to help more as needed.

People like Richard Warman and his friends in the various Human Rights Commissions need to have their nefarious actions and methods exposed.

Posted by: Alex in Winnipeg at April 9, 2008 5:58 PM

Cash in the pot. Most important fight in Canada in my 60 years...

Posted by: Skip at April 9, 2008 6:38 PM

Just a thought. Has anyone thought to contact the National Citizens Coalition? They are usually game to help out in cases like this. If the Harper government cant help, maybe his old employer will.

Posted by: Gus at April 9, 2008 6:40 PM

I rarely comment but read SDA daily. This is a fight worth every effort. My donation has been sent.

Posted by: Dave_RoA at April 9, 2008 6:43 PM

Wow! Just in on this discussion...this is incredible that each blogger will have to pay approx $35,000? Is that lawyer fees?

There is so much wrong with this situation! It is time our MP's got involved.

No Guff...thanks for the letter..I'll be using it for a model.
Who has Rob Nicholson as an MP?

THIS IS NUTS!!

Posted by: bluetech at April 9, 2008 6:44 PM

It's a defamation suit kids, not a section 13 HRC complaint. There's nothing the CPC or your MP's can do in this instance, short of kicking a few bucks into the defense fund...

I know that Kate has a lot of readers from varying backgrounds and it'd probably be more effective if you used your respective talents to fact-check the basis of Warman's claim as opposed to writing your MP's. What Kate et al need right now is cash and unequivocal proof that Warman posted the "Cools comment". Once Warman's been publicly (in a court of law) exposed for the lying POS that he is, you'll have the ammo you need to shut down the HRC's.

Posted by: Richard Evans at April 9, 2008 6:45 PM

Funz:

I was wondering how long it would take for the mental defectives to show up. I'm not sure what part of the country you're from, but on the chance it is still cold where you are, you might want to make the tinfoil hat a little bigger so shrinkage doesn't put too much strain on that airbag you're blowing out of the top of your neck.

Grownups are discussing important matters here, so shoo. Besides the village called, they want their idiot back.

Posted by: paddyk at April 9, 2008 7:07 PM

Too many Jims here now. Time for a name change...LOL

Well that was the best 200 bucks I have spent in a while. 50 smackers to each of the bloggers under attack. Sorry NP, but ya don't have paypal!!

Posted by: AtlanticJim at April 9, 2008 7:09 PM

“You have enemies? Good. That means you've stood up for something, sometime in your life.”
Winston Churchill

Posted by: Shawn at April 9, 2008 7:09 PM

Just had a look at Lucy's statement of claim which can be found at:
http://www.freedominion.com.pa/images/newsoc.pdf

It would appear to me (from a quick read of the document) that the whole case hangs on the author of the Senator Cools posting. Warman states that he did not author the post but makes no comment regarding the origin of the post from an IP address the corresponds to Warman's. Warman, in his statement of claim, states that he has testified 3 times under oath that he was not the author of the Senator Cools post. He must either be exceedingly arrogant (for if he is found to have lied under the oath there goes his ability to practice law), or he didn't write the post. That then leaves us with the problem of how his IP address was the origin of the post. Possibilities are:
(1) He had someone use his computer and may have hinted that it might be a good idea to post the following material (just like his conversation with the individuals who attacked David Icke with pies)
(2) Warman had an open wireless access point at his residence and another individual utilized this to post the material
(3) Warman's computer was part of an anonymizer network which allows people to hide their real IP address.

I'm assuming that Warman's not disputing the IP address associated with the Senator Cools post as being his home IP address indicates that the post came from there. Warman, in his statement of claim states:
"15. It is a matter of public record that Mr. Warman has denied under oath on three occasions having made the Cools Posting or having had anything to do with it."

There's the opening that we need. If he'd stopped at "having made the Cools Posting" he might have a chance, but Warman would have had something to do with every one of the 3 possibilities that I mentioned as alternatives.

Anyway, that's enough on this topic as I've got other work to do today and just have to find a stamp to mail off a $100 check to Kate.

Posted by: loki at April 9, 2008 7:19 PM

A contribution is on the way from this politically active, politically conservative lesbian. Freedom of speech is far more important than someone occasionally getting their little feelings hurt.

Posted by: Kyla at April 9, 2008 7:19 PM

paddyk

Read Rolik at 4:13 pm, then re-read my post.

Loquacious invective, though ...

Posted by: the funz at April 9, 2008 7:42 PM

Thanks for posting a mailing address, a cheque is on the way.

Circle the wagons people....is that PC?

Regards,


Rednik


Posted by: Rednik at April 9, 2008 8:20 PM

Wow... look at that... all these people literally putting their money where their mouths are. Giving it to those who actually fight liberal fascism, rather than to those who are more concerned with political timing and optics than with taking quick action on the file to abolish S. 13.1 and the CHRC.

Money talks loudly. Wish I had some to spare, but then again, I'm a blogger who's blogged a bit about Warman, and one never knows if he'll cast a wider net next, to try to catch the smaller fry amongst us...

But I just might, next time I'm prepared to donate a few dollars, forego donating it to the governing party for now and instead give it to those actually fighting the battle the hard way personally, ensuring it does the most good when and where it's actually needed, considering there's not much to spare, really... Are you listening, my Conservative Party brethren?

Posted by: The Canadian Sentinel at April 9, 2008 8:26 PM


I will be sending you a check and will send periodic checks to you through the duration of this struggle.

I have notified my MP Jeff Watson that as of today the riding association will not be receiving any donations from me until the time I am sure my freedom of speech is ensured.

Posted by: Dolly at April 9, 2008 8:27 PM

Hey Kate, weren't you advocating a little while ago that someone could try and sue Warren Kinsella for defamation on your behalf?

Why is a private law suit an attack on free speech now?

In your love for everything America, you righties are usually the largest champions of suing for this kind of thing.

5 bucks says that this results in an out of court settlement, Kate coughs up some cash, the terms are kept confidential, and everyone is a sucker for donating money.

Posted by: steve at April 9, 2008 8:45 PM

"5 bucks says"

Whoooaaa, five whole dollars! We gotta player! Don't get in over your head, stevie, you have to make that fin last until next allowance day.

Posted by: christopher rivers at April 9, 2008 9:17 PM

Hi Kate
I didn't spend nine years in the army so the likes of Warman could turn the country into a politically correct oligarchy. Cheque's in the mail;plenty more where that came from; please advise as need arises. Don't back down; bankrupt the little p#$%k.

Posted by: DrD at April 9, 2008 9:18 PM

Well steve...speaking as a contributor, and more on the way assuming the matter proceeds further, allow me to advise you of this: What I do with MY money is MY business. It's NONE of your business. And after I have donated to Kate, what SHE does with what is now HER money is also none of your business.

Got it pal? Or do I have use words with less syllables?

Posted by: Bruce at April 9, 2008 9:24 PM

Warman had better hope he wins or else he's going to pay big time to cover the legal fees of those he's dragging into Court.

A modest $30,000 per defendant = $150,000. At the high end it could be $250,000.

I hope Warman gets squashed like a bug.

Posted by: mark peters at April 9, 2008 9:29 PM

Kate wrote @4:02, "We are working behind the scenes with excellent legal counsel. (And other offers to assist have come forward on that front, as well). So I think we're pretty well covered when it comes to the nuts and bolts of the legal side.

":)"

However, even if the lawyers work "pro bono", there are still many other, substantial expenses. So, don't think donations aren't needed. They are.

Posted by: lookout at April 9, 2008 9:33 PM

lookout, you are absolutely correct. Even lawyers working pro bono are not able to absorb the often onerous costs associated with discovery issues, the costs of purchasing transcripts of same, etc. Donations are very important in cases such as this.

Posted by: Bruce at April 9, 2008 9:40 PM

Kate, let me know what this American can do on their blog. I have a following with Canadians that live in Oregon, and I'm willing to do what is necessary to help you out...since Richard Warman's lawsuits cannot touch people like myself, who are Americans.

Also, when I finally get stuff together, you are going to get money. Every small bit helps. And Richard Warman needs to be defeated at every turn.

Posted by: Yomi Mizuhara at April 9, 2008 9:52 PM

Methinks Mr. Warman and his associates are about to get a big shock when they find out just how many fringe, ultra-right, neocon knuckle-draggers there are in this country...and what we can do when we're pissed off.

Posted by: bryceman at April 9, 2008 9:52 PM

Kate
You deleted my post again on mischief. You missed my point again. This was a hint. You need to ask the lawyer about mischief over the use of a source of information (data). If this person has been filing frivolous actions as stated and then dropping them before being heard to interfere with you business of shareing data you all may have a problem. I would expect over the years ENDGAME will figure out a way to shut down this alternative source of information other than the controlled MSM. It has to be in the works now.

Posted by: What did Edgar say at April 9, 2008 9:53 PM

Just got back on the blogs; busy day.

I can't BELIEVE this! This is surreal. I'm not sure, however, if Warman knows what kind of Pandora's Box he's opened.

This is THE pivotal issue in Canada vis a vis freedom of speech: Conservative bloggers/National Post sued by a snot-nosed, politically correct, small-l liberal, entitled, lying, duplicitous, asshat.

'Sounds like there's a groundswell of support, which I suspect will continue to grow.

'Will be sending some financial support which, like so many others, I wish could be more substantial.

'Sorry, Kate, you're having to deal with this absolute unjust idiocy. I hope Warman gets his butt kicked real good. And I guess that that depends on us--those of us in Canada who care for freedom of expression and freedom of speech: Freedom, period.

This whole thing is scary as Hell.

Posted by: batb at April 9, 2008 10:05 PM

will snail mail a small amount

I think that warman is laying the "weardown" game


I agree that an offence is the best defence

and to the leftist idiots, warman is trying to smuther freedom of speech using civil courts so as to not damage the HRC any further, and if he suceeds, they will be back in business as usual with warman as number one client

Posted by: GYM at April 9, 2008 10:09 PM

Liz J wrote: "Who exactly is this Warman individual really? What's his real problem?"

Well Liz, apparently Warman has in his employ an ultra-relaxed piano-playing midget, and it costs money to support a tiny, placid pianist.

On another note, rolik's comment about "uppity women" just pegged my irony meter. Dude, you are aware that Kate and Kathy are women, right?

Posted by: Ed Minchau at April 9, 2008 10:10 PM

I'll repeat my question since anyone who replied, dodged it:

"Hey Kate, weren't you advocating a little while ago that someone could try and sue Warren Kinsella for defamation on your behalf?

Why is a private law suit an attack on free speech now?"

I believe this to be a fair question. Perhaps a reasonable answer exists.

Posted by: steve at April 9, 2008 10:22 PM

Edgar, I haven't deleted any of your posts today. Too busy writing thank you notes.

Posted by: Kate at April 9, 2008 10:32 PM

Why is a private law suit an attack on free speech now?"

I believe this to be a fair question. Perhaps a reasonable answer exists."

This isn't a "free speech" issue. It's a "truth speak" issue. Warman is claiming that the things being said about him are lies and he's trying to make the public record reflect his narcissistic view of himself. To do that he's trying to use the legal system to grind the defendants into submission.

What he doesn't understand, probably due to his tenure as an SS officer for the HRC, is that in the real world, truth is a defense when it comes to information disseminated in regards to an individual...

Posted by: Richard Evans at April 9, 2008 11:08 PM

Steve:
I'll try not to dodge.
Here she goes...NO-ONE SUED HIM

Posted by: Bryan at April 9, 2008 11:12 PM

Basically, Warman is betting that since the Bell records couldn't be found relating to the Cools post, they can't prove it was him that posted it.

Those records are the only thing linking him directly to the Cools posting.

But his tracks aren't totally covered.

Anyone have any emails from Warman the week he posted the Cools statement?

Posted by: J at April 9, 2008 11:22 PM

Did we not hear a defense from that fellow earlier that the IP address was spoofed? Let's think about that a moment...

If it was not him, then why is the possibility of spoofing even worth mentioning? Why not just say back then, it wasn't me, it must have been somebody else?

This is buried back in the comments from a several weeks ago.

Kate, go back and check the spoofing claims. These are damning, IMHO.

Posted by: Shaken at April 9, 2008 11:38 PM

I salute Warman. Who else is more responsible for uniting the right in Canada?

Push dicky, push.

Posted by: ural at April 9, 2008 11:42 PM

Warman is a most hate-filled villain. It's perfect that the CHRC has appointed such a despicable fascist as its public face. I am confident that they both will go down in flames together.

In the unlikely event that his lawsuits prevail, then the next step for Conservatives would be to start a blizzard of 'hate speech' complaints to the CHRC. Then let us document each complaint that they turn down so that their pattern of corruption and hypocrisy may be clearly documented.

Also I agree with the strategy of diverting all contributions from the Conservative party do-nothings to the defense of Kate et al, and the offensive counter-prosecution of lucy warman. Then let the Conservatives politicians know why their campaign contributions are drying up and force them to locate their spines.

We also need to have an international demonstration for free speech and rage at the prosecution of our favorite bloggers. That is something even the MSM would have to notice. If not, then blogger-reporters could post pictures and details of the event.

Kate is fighting for free speech on our behalf. We must return the favor with our money. Loads.

Posted by: Freedom Fan at April 9, 2008 11:43 PM

"Hey NO GUFF
Can I copy your missive and send it to PMSH"

Well, you could.... but then he'd have gotten it twice! Better you should send him a message in your own words. And remember, you can send it 'stamp free'.

If you're a Conservative supporter, make sure you say so. If you're a contributor, tell him the tap is turned off until the matter is dealt with and that your money is going to where the need is greatest: the defence of free speech in Canada.

Even better: phone your local constituency office (esp. if it's a Conservative riding) and tell your local MP the same thing.

Posted by: NoGuff at April 10, 2008 12:13 AM

Ten thousand pennies (sounds more impressive like that) coming your way in a cheque, Kate.

Posted by: PiperPaul at April 10, 2008 12:44 AM

Where did you ever find a lawyer who is not a Liberal or NDP. I tried for years to find a lawyer to do the farmers NISAclaim.net for the $1.1253 billion owing western farmers. The alleged willful omissions were numerous and the only recourse was to go after the lawyers. These lawyers made the simplest case impossible to win. Freedom of speach cannot be gained without access to justice which is the biggest issue.

Posted by: BJ at April 10, 2008 1:19 AM

This Warman guy is a PIECE OF WORK for sure. I cannot believe he's real - it's like a Kafka story.

We are 100 percent in your corner here in the USA, hon.

Give 'em hell, and we'll be happy to help, contribute, or just hold your coat if that's what it takes.

Posted by: Catttt at April 10, 2008 1:23 AM

I've hit the tip jar, Kate, and will do it again. What's interesting about libel is that it assumes one's reputation has been damaged. Seems to me the comments here would be a good defence, demonstrating that as Warman's reputation is already lower than the stuff that slug snot sits on, there's just nothing to see here.

Posted by: djb at April 10, 2008 1:42 AM

No, funz, I'm not just shi- disturbing:

One of the negative aspects of the 'net is that racists and homophobes crawl out of the shadows to air their repulsive views on sites like Small Dead Brains and Five Feet of Fugly.

In fact that's the only purpose of these sites.

I've seen hateful stuff on these sites the like of which has been rightly taboo in the mainstream for thirty years.

It's high time they were shut down. People can talk this kind of trash at home or at Klan meetings. They can't be bankrupted into non-existence soon enough.

Posted by: rolik at April 10, 2008 1:59 AM

We're fortunate enough to have Randy Kamp as our MP. Back when this started, I had a long phone conversation with him, and at his request, have been sending him links and information. I have included a lot of background, and we are emailing back and forth every few days. Judging by his comments, I believe he's putting a lot of pressure on Nicholson.

Ian

Posted by: Ian at April 10, 2008 2:28 AM

First Warman used his boots;
Now Warman tries his suits.
The boots were made for walking;
The suits stop all the talking.

Posted by: Jon at April 10, 2008 4:57 AM

I would have to guess that leftarded moonbats like rolik do not see the irony in their bigoted statements.

If I say the word "faggot", moonbats will call me a "homophobe". Yet these idiots can sterotype and cast insults as they please, and it is all "good"???

As well, there is no way in hell that you leftarded bottom feeders will ever silence us "mouth breathers".

You tried when you tagged members of the
Reform Party racist, and we only grew in numbers.

You tried when you tagged Mike Harris as a racist, and we won two majority's.

You tried when the right was united, and now we form the gov't.

Keep it up, you leftarded jerk off. We will take all the free publicity that your trough wallowing crying act produces!


Posted by: kingstonlad at April 10, 2008 7:45 AM

Were rolik and Robert McClelland separated at birth?

I catch a whiff of sulphur every time rolik shows up, the same pervasive odour whenever McClelland makes a comment.

Or are they kissing cousins?

Posted by: batb at April 10, 2008 7:59 AM

rolik, how do you justify trying to squelch the free speech rights of a lesbian, or am I only allowed to speak if I hold the same views as you do?

Exactly how does that add up to equal rights? At the moment, under a Conservative government, I have full equal rights in this country. The Liberals had 12 years of a majority and did not put equal rights through until forced to by the courts, so please don't try and tell me they gave me those rights.

If I visit an Islamic country and they ask me if I am a practicing lesbian, and I answer, "No, I'm not practicing, I'm damned good at it." Quite literally, my head could roll down the street.

How do you feel about schools removing _Heather has Two Mommies_ from the library because Muslims demanded it?

I am being very serious, please expound on what should be done to advance women's and gay people's rights in Islamic countries. Tell me where the protests will be over these outrageous human rights abuses and I'll join you there.

Posted by: Kyla at April 10, 2008 8:17 AM

It's very important to email, snail mail, and call MP Keith Martin, PM Stephen Harper and your own MP.

Keith Martin is a Liberal and has put forth the bill to put an end to the thought crimes section of the HRC. He has taken a lot of criticism for that stand. The more support he receives, the better he will be able to resist calls from within his party to withdraw the bill.

Let's keep the momentum going. It's high time that the MPs realize that they are our employees, they work for us, we do not work for them.


Posted by: Kyla at April 10, 2008 8:27 AM

I'm a mouth breather. I have no choice with both nostrils plugged up with a cold. It must be a dilemma for those who "breath normally", what do they do? Suffocate themselves for the sake of their principles?

Posted by: GaryinWpg at April 10, 2008 9:02 AM

I have a side note, Kyla, hopefully not too off-topic. I for one would be very glad to see libraries remove "Heather Has Two Mommies." All Christians should demand its removal; many have. Many Christians have started their own schools or home-school.

I am not a free-speech absolutist. I am a Christian, and therefore I have great respect for free speech (and for civil government). But there are limits, perhaps somewhat arbitrarily set, probably messily set. Any clash of cultures or religions or civilizations results in messy "solutions."

Posted by: Jon at April 10, 2008 9:05 AM

Jon, the entire point is that Christians have been told that religious sensitivities have no place in public schools. So how then can Muslim sensitivities be given priority over tolerance? Why is one religion bowed to and one religion told to sod off?

I think it is very important for teenagers to have access to books that discuss homosexuality without religious judgment. Many Christian denominations do value and in fact welcome homosexuals who are not celibate. Since there is an extremely high suicide rate among gay teenagers, resources need to be available for a kid to seek out privately.

Having books for little kids, that's not necessary, in my opinion. I have no problem with them being on the shelf. I would not want them to be required reading.

I grew up in a family that would have considered it completely acceptable to kill a gay person, even me. I understand the pressure some of these kids go through. It must be exponentially harder for gay Muslim kids.

The beautiful part of this is: we are proving rolik and his/her ilk to be wrong. We are having a civilized discussion from different viewpoints, right here on Small Dead Animals, in front of God and everybody.

And might I add, I've been out of the closet on this site from the beginning and have never been attacked or ridiculed here.

Posted by: Kyla at April 10, 2008 9:22 AM

This is a petty and pathetic lawsuit and you have my prayers and support. I've put up a blog entry on my site about this and encourage everyone else - left or right - to do so, spread the word, and if you can afford it to help these bloggers out with their legal defense.

No matter what your political perspective, this kind of tyranny and attempt to silence dissent should be repellent to you.

Posted by: Christopher Taylor at April 10, 2008 10:27 AM

Kyla

You are not alone. Tammy Bruce is also openly gay and has no problem being accepted by Conservatives. She was at one time a radical feminist in the N.O.W orginization.

Posted by: Shawn at April 10, 2008 10:37 AM

Kyla

You are not alone. Tammy Bruce is also openly gay and has no problem being accepted by Conservatives. She was at one time a radical feminist in the N.O.W orginization.

Posted by: Shawn at April 10, 2008 10:38 AM

First the libel chill, then he'll be burning books and demanding political re-education centers be set up.

Nobody does mono thinking one party states like socialists.

Warman is a clear and present threat to freedom and democracy in Canada.

Posted by: Fred at April 10, 2008 10:38 AM

Recall that this is a guy who sued a public library to get a book off their shelves.

The BC government had to introduce a new law to prevent it from happening in the future.

Posted by: Kate at April 10, 2008 10:49 AM

"... a free range idiot." LOL, I love it. (see Update Testimonial)

Posted by: Texas Canuck at April 10, 2008 10:49 AM

The way to fight is to realize that MP's are primarily concerned with re-election. Even tho many are psychopaths, they do understand the necessity of votes. If everyone phon ed their constituency office and said no way a next time vote unless this massive stupidity of a HRC is abolished, the tide would tlurn. Latimer is free and probably because too many MP's were getting hit by constituents. Lets pho0 ne our MP offices- and write also- and demand our party- whoomever- take action NOW and eliminate the Human ARights Commissions.

Posted by: neil thompson at April 10, 2008 10:59 AM

Kate,

I know we've never "formally" talked, but I wanted you to know that I completely and utterly support you in this witch hunt against free speech. Having 2 kids, a mortgage and 1 more on the way, I'm a little stretched right now, but if I can scrape anything together, I'll do what I can. I really hope you're able to blast this guy and defend yourself. Never before has freedom of speech been so attacked. I'm in your corner.

Chris (aka - DBT, aka - Trusty Tory)

Posted by: The Trusty Tory at April 10, 2008 11:22 AM

I actually had a cheque signed and ready to be sent to the Conservative Party (responding to a fundraising letter), when this broke yesterday. Kate, I am ripping up that cheque and sending you the $$ instead. And sending a note to my MP telling him why.

You're the first blog I check every a.m. after I drop the kids off at school and grab a coffee. Common sense to start my day. There's no way we can let this Warman creature win this.

Posted by: Soccermom at April 10, 2008 11:34 AM

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Posted by: sarge at April 10, 2008 11:52 AM

I'm on Vancouver Island in a strong NDP constituency, so strong that there's no point in supporting the local Conservative candidate financially. I was going to send money to the federal Conservatives, but I think the suggestion of giving the $ to Kate and Ezra is an excellent one. I've already sent small sums to both, and will do more, if the Cons. don't take action...

Posted by: BillBC at April 10, 2008 11:57 AM

Is it safe to assume that your cheque will bounce sarge?

Posted by: multirec at April 10, 2008 12:01 PM

Sometimes those who start wars live to regret it. Looks like "Warman" is living up to his name.

We must fight this crap to the ground otherwise where will it end?

Posted by: Liz J at April 10, 2008 12:04 PM

I have started a phone and e-mail campaign to my MP, PMSH, Rob Nicholson, Justice MP, etc. (I am encouraging all of you to spread the word.) They seem to be unaware of what is going on in th CHRC these days

As a "significant donor" to the Conservative Party, I have just called them and had my name removed from their call list. Not enough people have called, as they seemed unfazed when I explained my reason for withdrawing funding.

If this campaign to support Kate and free speech in Canada is to be effective, you must hit the Conservative Party where it hurts.

Let's give Richard Warman some of his own medicine!

Posted by: Gypsy at April 10, 2008 12:06 PM

Warman will be infamous. I am sure that someone will eventually write the Warman Chronicles, highlighting the era as a low point in Canadian history. Who knows, an entire new branch of libel and HRC reforms may be dedicated to him. Reforms that would restore (or guarantee) the freedom of libraries, internet, blogs, expression, religion, small business from PC prosecution. What Canada really needs is a commission to protect the citizens from an abusive government by offering free prosecution of agencies like the HRC and Revenue Canada.

Posted by: lynnh at April 10, 2008 12:07 PM

An "offensive" office door belonging to a conservative university professor provides yet another example of the left's ongoing campaign to marginalize conservative opinion, even in that crazy country said to value free speech.

That's really what this is all about and the comments of "progressives," "activists," and "modern-day Machiavellis" should be read with that in mind.

Posted by: Drained Brain at April 10, 2008 12:18 PM

MP e-mail contact list:

http://www.yayacanada.com/MPs.html

Remind the Liberal MPs that one of their own, Keith Martin, has already taken a stand with his motion:

http://www.smalldeadanimals.com/archives/007943.html

Posted by: BB at April 10, 2008 12:22 PM

This is exactly what Warman's maximum "Maximum Disruption" mantra is all about. Even if he loses this case, he wins by making all these bloggers waste their time and money.

Posted by: jonk at April 10, 2008 12:35 PM

This is exactly what Warman's "Maximum Disruption" mantra is all about. Even if he loses this case, he wins by making all these bloggers waste their time and money.

Posted by: jonk at April 10, 2008 12:36 PM

Since Section 13.1 makes it a "crime" to expose others to hate or humiliation, why don't you counter-sue Warman for double or triple the amount that he's suing you for? I think that it is pretty clear that he has used the telephone or internet to say vile things about you.

Good luck!

Posted by: 509th Bob at April 10, 2008 12:49 PM

It's and International Breakout !
USS Neverdock

Posted by: OMMAG at April 10, 2008 12:56 PM

Why are you guys wasting time with your MP's and the like? This is not a CHRC case -- it's a libel case filed in the Ontario courts. Your MP's and the Conservative Party can't do much other than wish you well from the sidelines.

Don't confuse two separate issues here.

Posted by: Yukon Gold at April 10, 2008 12:57 PM

Remember William Lyon Mackenzie and the Upper Canada Rebellion. There's a new Family Compact now. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Lyon_Mackenzie

Posted by: Seraphic Singles at April 10, 2008 12:57 PM

It's my understanding that criminal behaviour is comprised of at least some of the following characteristics...

(1) failure to conform to social norms
(2) deceitfulness, manipulativeness
(3) impulsivity, failure to plan ahead
(4) irritability, aggressiveness
(5) reckless disregard for the safety of self or others
(6) consistent irresponsibility
(7) lack of remorse after having hurt, mistreated, or stolen
from another person or group (lack of shame)

Criminal behaviour is often accompanied by a grandiose sense of self-worth. Possibly compelling at first, but upon closer inspection, outright laughable.

Now, because Kate is the Great Kate, and certain folks feel intimidated, one needs to put on less than rosy coloured glasses. So, according to my anagram software, there is out there "Raw Rancid Harm" -- you can have the fun to decrypt it yourself. 1 second? 2 seconds?

And so, the parable here is that there is no need to be specially overt. There is no need to laugh along with subtle, offending ignorance, say like on the Cichael Moron show. Yes, the truth does freedom make, but more often it is not so bright as to be blinding (Emily Dickinson).

Evil is sly, evil is shrewd. But Truth wins in the end because evil eats itself with its criminal behaviour.

Posted by: noel at April 10, 2008 1:06 PM

I am wondering if there would be any benefit in urging our MPs to demand a Parliamentary Inquiry into malfeasance by present and former members of the CHRC? A committee with sufficiently wide scope to revisit old CHRC cases to determine if they were handled in an ethical manner and if the outcome was in the best interests of the public at large.

Posted by: gordinkneehill at April 10, 2008 1:14 PM

letter to Stockwell Day

Dear Mr. Day;

I have been following recent events involving the CHRC (as well as Provincial HRC’s) closely and am disturbed by this body’s blatant infringement on the basic rights of Canadians, as outlined within our Charter. Of particular concern is the lack of transparency, due process, and the use of entrapment to generate “business” for the Commission.

As a CPC supporter and voter, I am mystified by your party’s low profile on this extremely important issue for Canadians. I appreciate the fact that the Conservative Party has a minority position at this time and needs to be cautious in what issues to take a strong stand on. I assume, however, that your pollsters have made you aware of the groundswell of negative public opinion about the CHRC, and am therefore at a loss to explain the current government’s inaction on this matter.

Please be advised that contributions which were earmarked for the CPC this year have been forwarded to individuals (media/bloggers) in support of their legal defence against a corrupt, useless bureaucracy. I intend to follow closely how the CPC handles this matter in the months ahead, and will vote accordingly.

PS Kate, cheque is on the way!

Posted by: mfm at April 10, 2008 1:19 PM

Kyla: "I grew up in a family that would have considered it completely acceptable to kill a gay person, even me."

Wow. You must have grown up in some crazy, disfunctional family, Kyla. I can't imagine any family whose hatred of 'gayness' exceeds that of intrinsic love of their own child.

As a conservative, I continue to accept and even love those of an alternate lifestyle, despite the fact I find it 'abnormal' to the natural design of evolution and behavior.

BTW, Neil Thompson is sadly mistaken regarding telling Conservative MP's that they'll lose votes if they don't respond to this issue. MP's realize that conservatives don't abstain from voting and given that fact, whom else could they possibly vote for? Esp. with the possibility of a majority gov't looming?

Money talks. If the Conservatived party understands that funds will be withheld if they don't speak out, they're more likely to pay attention. Understand human nature.

Posted by: NoGuff at April 10, 2008 1:19 PM

This is exactly what Warman's maximum "Maximum Disruption" mantra is all about. Even if he loses this case, he wins by making all these bloggers waste their time and money.
Posted by: jonk at April 10, 2008 12:35 PM
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Actually, Jonk, I disagree. Quite the opposite. By seeing how many people unite against him, and how relatively easy it is to come up with the funds to fight him, people like Warman may come to the conclusion that all they have accomplished is to unite their enemies in common cause. The hollowness of the threat of a lawsuit is revealed, and the bloggosphere is a safer place.

The leftofascists are constantly making legal threats, whether libel or HRC. Ezra Levant called them up on the HRC threat, and they folded like cheap suits. The HRC are under attack like never in their history. Now let's deal with a lawsuit threat, and get that out in the open.

This battle has to be fought, and these are opportune times. We have strong leaders in the conservative blogosphere, and the visibility of these issues is high due to the spectacular success Ezra Levant has had in showing that our free speech is under attack. This is part of that battle.

"United we stand, divided.....". You know.

The erosion of our rights in the past generation has occurred in stealth, through committees meeting while the rest of Canada worked and lived and paid no attention. This type of lawsuit is exactly the thing need to altert people in government and in the public that free speech is really under threat. No matter what comes of the suit, it can't be worse than the massive erosion of freedom that has already occurred under the radar, and which we are now fighting to reverse.

Posted by: Lori at April 10, 2008 1:37 PM

Oh, and I definitely agree with some of the posters here that the role of the government in this type of situation is minimal.

This is a legal matter, not a policy or parliamentary issue. Unless we want the CPC to open up the constitution, I don't really see what they have to offer.

Posted by: Lori at April 10, 2008 1:43 PM

May I suggest...that we all send $1000.00 donations by cheque to our local MPs...what the heck send it to as many as you want... BUT be sure call your Bank and STOP YOUR cheuque!

Also be sure to write on the memo line on your cheuque Small Dead Animals/Ezra/ Freedominion

Money talks!!!

Posted by: ivbinconned at April 10, 2008 1:47 PM

Lori, the HRC operate at the pleasure of the government. They could change and restrict their mandate or abolish them completely!!!

Posted by: ivbinconned at April 10, 2008 1:50 PM

I wonder if a demonstration at HRC headquarters would be in order? Might as well let the local public know where the slime is.

And what about benefit events? I have a few items that I might be willing to auction off for the cause (artwork, books, etc.)

Posted by: Monique at April 10, 2008 1:52 PM

All Conservative MP's are aware of not only the issue, but this particular thread.

I've got a 'distribution list' of all MP's on my Outlook and sent them my own message, with a link to SDA and this thread in particular.

So they'll have seen the number of supporters who have 're-directed' their money to Kate, Ezra, Kathy, et al.

The pen, when directed at the cheque book, IS mightier than the sword! My cheque is literally in the mail, and I sit on a Conservative Party EDA.

Posted by: NoGuff at April 10, 2008 1:58 PM

Lori, the HRC operate at the pleasure of the government. They could change and restrict their mandate or abolish them completely!!!
Posted by: ivbinconned at April 10, 2008 1:50 PM

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yes ivbinconned, but the case in question is not an HRC case. This is a real court libel case. One citizen suing others. The fact that he worked for the HRC in the past is immaterial to the case. The government can't, and should not, interfere.

Posted by: Lori at April 10, 2008 2:08 PM

The government can't, and should not, interfere.

Add 'must not' to that. Government interference in judicial matters is not where we want to go.

Laws allow for a private citizen to bring suit and Warman, no matter what we think of him, is perfectly entitled to bring this action. Whether it has merit is another matter entirely and one that will, and must be, decided according to law.

Warman and the HRCs are under fire for not following laws, rules and procedures. We, who are right in this mess, must insist on all parties following the rule of law and that includes the government.

Write your MP, by all means, but keep the complaints to the HRCs, not this suit.

Posted by: Kathryn at April 10, 2008 2:22 PM

If in fact he did write the Cools post, this could be his
Oscar Wilde
moment.

Posted by: intellectual pariah at April 10, 2008 2:23 PM

For those who say that this is a lawsuit matter and not a CHRC thing and not to bother the CPC about it, remember the easiest way to stop Warman is to get him fired or reassigned. A shake-up or breakup of the CHRC will be an effective way to deal with this slimy puke.
More pressure on the CPC will help and the anti-donation idea is an excellent way to go.

Posted by: molarmauler at April 10, 2008 2:26 PM

Kate,

Cheque in the mail. Keep um coming.

Posted by: The LS from SK at April 10, 2008 2:37 PM

remember the easiest way to stop Warman is to get him fired or reassigned
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NO. WRONG! He is not suing on behalf of the HRC. He is not even working for the HRC any more.

This would be using the slimy tactics of our enemies. And, it would not defeat his ideas or approach or ideology. He can sue bloggers whether he has a job or not.

We have to win in the court of public opinion as well as in a real court. We have to set a precedent. Squeezing the guy through his employer is not a precedent we want to set.

We have to be better than they are.


Posted by: Lori at April 10, 2008 2:45 PM

Kate; My Pay Pal donation is done. Wish it could be more but as the need arises, there will be more to follow, I support you 100%. Your blog is the first thing I read in the morning and last at night too! I have been reading your site before you had reached 1 million hits.
You offer us freedom of though and speech, unlike the censorship of TV and newspaper sites. This is one of the most important issues to Canadians today. I think Warman has taken on the wrong LADY!
Stockwells office is always calling looking for donations, my answer will be: Sorry, I have already donated to Kate and the SDA legal fund. Mr. Day's office will get a copy of this.

Posted by: MaryM at April 10, 2008 2:48 PM

I was able to slip you some Paypal bucks, Kate, since;
a) Got my tax refund today.
b) Despise what HRCs are doing to Human Rights.
c) Have to find a better place to send money than the CPC.
d) This is one of the few sites I visit daily.
e) The motorcycle maintenance pose makes me weak.

Posted by: tangledmess at April 10, 2008 2:55 PM

"We have to be better than they are."

To a point yes...but that is what many in history have said as they were led away to slaughter!

I think there is nothing wwrong with using the same tools they use.

Send and then stop, those cheuques!!!

Actions speak louder than words.

Posted by: ivbinconned at April 10, 2008 3:06 PM

My check goes out today via snail mail and is probably the best $100 spent for a while now.

Even the preliminaries of this Warman issue are going to be costly - it is not like an HRC claim that is made and then can be retracted when the going gets tough with virtually no penalty.

The best way to deal with Warman is to have a huge judgment laid on him in civil court. If the DND is dumb enough to have/keep this guy on the payroll, not likely much will change there anyway - something to do with the CYA theory by not admitting to a rotten hiring by a firing.

When these issues erupt in civil court, surely the MSM will no longer be able to ignore them as they have been. Next will be the HRCs/HRTs themselves, and they know it.


Posted by: calgary clipper at April 10, 2008 3:12 PM

Maybe Stephen Harper will help you once his libel case against the Liberals is finished.

My what short memories you hypocrites have.

Posted by: ulianov at April 10, 2008 3:20 PM

STOP and think
This is an important battle but it is still only a part of a much larger struggle.
Be carefull that you don't get ambushed
Try to look at this and think strategically.

Who can benefit if conservatives withdraw support from the CPC.
Remember- PMSH is up to his armpits with these liberal appointed bureaucrats.
This has to be scutinized from every concievable angle.


Posted by: orvict at April 10, 2008 3:39 PM

One of the negative aspects of the 'net is that racists and homophobes crawl out of the shadows to air their repulsive views on sites like Small Dead Brains and Five Feet of Fugly. In fact that's the only purpose of these sites. I've seen hateful stuff on these sites the like of which has been rightly taboo in the mainstream for thirty years. It's high time they were shut down. People can talk this kind of trash at home or at Klan meetings. They can't be bankrupted into non-existence soon enough.
-rolik (kinsella sock-puppet perhaps?)

Golly this time you forgot misogynist like in your last comment (on a woman's site yet, genius).

rolik, how do you justify trying to squelch the free speech rights of a lesbian, or am I only allowed to speak if I hold the same views as you do?
...
If I visit an Islamic country ... Quite literally, my head could roll down the street.
...
I am being very serious, please expound on what should be done to advance women's and gay people's rights in Islamic countries. Tell me where the protests will be over these outrageous human rights abuses and I'll join you there.

[rolik: crickets chirping]

The beautiful part of this is: we are proving rolik and his/her ilk to be wrong.

We are having a civilized discussion from different viewpoints, right here on Small Dead Animals, in front of God and everybody.

And might I add, I've been out of the closet on this site from the beginning and have never been attacked or ridiculed here.

-Kyla

So homophobes, racists, and misogynists eh rolik? Are you feeling kinda stoopid yet, rolik ya drooling moron? Naaah.

Pressuring Islamists to reform fundamental Islam is the new civil rights movement and it is being led by Conservatives.

Execrable censors like rolik, warman and kinsella will fight this new civil rights movement just like wallace and his Democrat goons stood in front of the school house doors, to block the little black girl in Selma, a couple of generations ago.

Do you libs think that freedom of speech is only a right of [il-]liberals like you? How long do you think your right to spout your warped world view will last once shariah is implemented?

Get a clue: Freedom of speech is meaningless unless it is available to all viewpoints.

Here's another clue: rolik's idiocy is welcome on Conservative websites like Kate's, yet every single comment from a Conservative is deleted on lib sites like kinsella's. What d'ya suppose the lesson is there, rolik ya cretin? Could