5.31.2009

Suing Terrorists: Now Available In Canada!

The Globe and Mail reports that Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper has announced an amendment to the State Immunity Act that will let individuals sue terrorist organizations, nations and individuals in Canadian Courts.

Questions:

1.) Can this guy sue the political leaders who created policies where he could be deported and tortured?

2.) Can these people sue for the destruction of their homes and lives during a military action many consider to be chock full o' war crime?

3.) Can this guy's family sue the individuals, organizations and religions that incited lethal hatred against him?

Just wondering how broad our definition of terrorism is here. Are we helping people sue all terrorists--which is absolutely fine by me--or just the ones who speak Arabic?

I know my position will be consistent. How about our Prime Minister's?

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