Editor,
I am responding to an article protesting the presence of Tanya Gaw and Action4Canada at an upcoming event at the 108. First, I must state that I know nothing about Ms. Gaw, and very little about her group, and make no comment in that regard. However, what I do find disturbing is that one of the objections is based on the fact that the Canadian Anti-Hate Network (CAHN) is cited as having labelled Ms. Gaw’s group as one that foments hate and possibly violence.
So I will begin by stating that CAHN is busy labelling many groups who espouse traditional Christian values as “haters”. Since this appears to be based on the fact that those groups don’t share the same ideologies as those doing the judging, this leaves me questioning their credibility. I know that several groups that are listed as hate groups by CAHN are not involved in hate in any way. In fact, they have compassion for many whom they are presumed to hate.
These groups believe, as I do, that based on science there are only two genders, male and female. We also believe that the nature of marriage is a union between one man and one woman. Furthermore, we hold that it is wrong always and everywhere to take the life of another person, with the exception of legitimate self-defense. Therefore we believe it is wrong to snuff out the life of the unborn, and thus do not support the right to abortion even in a secular society. By not agreeing that there can ever be a woman’s right to abortion, combined with our views on gender stated above, the Canadian Anti-Hate Network equates this with the foment of hatred. There is absolutely no logic or justice in such condemnations.
It doesn't matter that we stand against bullying, or unfair treatment of anyone who believes differently. Simply because we hold traditional Christian views it is assumed that we must also foment hatred. What may be most ironic is that the people busy judging are the ones who claim the high ground on tolerance of other viewpoints.
Sincerely,
Steve Silveira
Horse Lake Road
