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Canada’s Truckers Remind Us Why Freedom Is Worth Fighting For

Frank Stromach

National Post, Feb. 11, 2022

Canada’s “Freedom Convoy” truckers have won the hearts and minds of millions of Canadians and inspired similar protests around the world. And they’ve done it under the banner of a powerful, emotionally charged word you rarely hear anymore: freedom.

By taking a stand against vaccine mandates and other pandemic-related restrictions, the truckers have become a strong voice for many Canadians who want to reclaim the freedoms and civil liberties that were taken from us during the pandemic. And that is why for many of us — me included — the Canadian truckers are modern-day freedom fighters. I also believe the truckers have made their point, and they should begin an orderly withdrawal from Ottawa and other capitals. Together with many other Canadians who have rallied behind their cause, they can then begin to advocate for changes to open up our society.

I’ve always believed that it’s easy to criticize, but much harder to find people, like the Freedom Convoy truckers, who have the courage of their convictions. With many if not most separated from their loved ones, far from home and braving the brutal cold of winter, the truckers are putting their livelihoods on the line with this protest. That takes guts and courage.

 

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