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Newspaper
Rivers Banner
Location
Rivers, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 13, 1996
Page
3
A letter argues against Bill C-33 altering the Canadian Human Rights Act to include sexual orientation. The author claims homosexuality is a choice and warns the measure endangers society by elevating sexual orientation to equal protection with race and religion. The piece asserts legal protections could limit religious and moral views.
The Filmon government moves to convert Manitoba Telephone System into a public company with shares mainly sold to Manitobans first. Legislation limits any single shareholder to 15 percent while keeping headquarters in Winnipeg and a Manitoban majority on the board. About 3,800 employees remain, with concerns over rural offices addressed by a lean staff outlook. Manitoba identity and service coverage are emphasized as key guarantees.
The Banner invites reader letters, noting all submissions must be signed and may be edited for length and taste.
Bill Wallace of Winnipeg argues Liberal leaders deceived voters by not dropping the GST despite campaign promises. He criticizes Sheila Copps for lip service and urges electors to demand that politicians say what they mean, saying cynicism and broken promises replace integrity.
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