Share this Story: Opinion: Doug Ford's use of the notwithstanding clause stands up for democracyOpinion: Doug Ford's use of the notwithstanding clause stands up for democracy The notwithstanding clause reflects a political culture and history that has sought to correct the democratic dangers of having reasonable disagreements about rights settled exclusively in the courts Photo by Frank Gunn / Canadian PressArticle content The notwithstanding clause is in the news again, with recent invocations by Quebec and, more surprisingly, Ontario, which has called an emergency session of the legislature to reintroduce a law extending the period of restrictions on third-party campaign spending. The re-enacted law will be protected by the notwithstanding clause. Try refreshing your browser, or Opinion: Doug Ford's use of the notwithstanding clause stands up for democracy Back to videoAdvertisement Story continues below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Advertisement Story continues below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Shopping essentials Advertisement Story continues below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.

Source: National Post June 15, 2021 10:01 UTC