Putting the Good of the Nation First: Committee Identifies Some Parliamentarians as ‘Witting’ Participants in Foreign Interference, Says Cory Morgan
Commentary
The issue of foreign interference in Canada goes beyond political parties, as it is essential to maintain the trust of citizens in democratic institutions.
Complete transparency and the exposure of these individuals are necessary to rebuild trust between citizens and elected officials. As long as the identities of compromised parliamentarians are kept secret, all senators and MPs are viewed with suspicion by the public. This is unfair to innocent parliamentarians and citizens who deserve to know if their representatives can be trusted.
The report was delivered to the prime minister’s office in March after years of intelligence warnings. With the confirmation of security breaches by the parliamentary committee, prompt action is imperative.
If a company discovers embezzlement by senior employees, it would take immediate action to remove them and seek legal recourse. Similarly, parliamentarians implicated in foreign interference must be identified, isolated, and prosecuted if necessary. Further secrecy only erodes public trust in the government.
Inaction on this issue may embolden foreign entities seeking to influence Canadian parliamentarians, creating a dangerous precedent. It is crucial to address this issue promptly for the sake of national security.
The foundation of democracy rests on maintaining public trust in the government. The issue of foreign interference must be eradicated to preserve the integrity of the nation. Political parties must collaborate to expose wrongdoers and rebuild public trust.
Views expressed in this article are opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times.