- Harper on Credibility Article by G&M - "Comments have been disabled"

Parliament Hill reno [redacted], Daniel Leblanc, Oct. 20, 2010
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/politics/parliament-hill-reno-plagued-by-accusations-of-corruption/article1764468/

"Comments have been disabled
Editor's Note: We have closed comments on this story for legal reasons. We appreciate your understanding."

Wow, that's the first time I've seen that.

Perhaps the G&M could explain exactly why they would invite comments at the head of their article then not post them.

If they can publish the Article itself and be within legal bounds, why is it that people can't voice their opinions within legal bounds, especially on such an important issue.

They might also explain exactly what legal principles are involved and how they are applicable in the case at hand. And why comments would not be protected by Canadians Charter Rights.

Generally the G&M are very good about affording ordinary people the 'soap box' upon which to express their opinions on important issues of the day and they should be commended.

That, of course, makes this whole thing that much more puzzling.

Lloyd MacILquham cicblog.com/comments.html