But most importantly, the need to rein in on hate speech on social media and other media has been long overdue. Also, the events of 2007/08 offer sobering lessons of what can precipitate an environment that threatens the peace. Part of the measures to ensure that this is resolved and that security is enhanced, includes the formation of a County Policing Authority. For in truth, to cultivate a peaceful, cohesive society requires more than a raft of stringent rules. A trend that threatens the very fabric of society is taking shape; a trend that portrays our society as steeped in despicable prejudice and frightening ignorance.

Source: Standard Digital August 10, 2016 17:03 UTC