Edmonton Journal
🏢 Postmedia
📍 AB
Aug 17, 2026
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Opinion: Albertans targeted by hate should know someone will listen
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-0.50 · CENTER
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0.278 · RIGHT
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-0.111 · CENTER
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Article Excerpt
Alberta has spent the past few weeks debating hate, racism and free expression. Taken together, three recent events raise an important question: When does hate matter enough for us to take it seriously? Earlier this month, the Edmonton Police Service (EPS) encouraged people to report hate crimes and hate incidents. Premier Danielle Smith responded that […]
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