Four women who said
We are Idle No More
Awakened the whole world
Simply knocking on the door
We're very scared mothers
Childrens' lives are at stake
Canada will be poisoned
Every river, stream and lake
Come outside and see
Take a really long look
This beauty before you
Will be in a history book
There's no environment protection
The government took that away
It also broke Treaties
That weren't just for display
We're First Nation ladies
Proud of who we are
We forever stand united
Even when distanced from afar
We love our country
As probably you do yours
We are all indigenous
Connected water, shore to shores
The world's in danger
Our lands from here to there
Affects the global future
For our grandchildren to share
To all media people
Start reporting the harsh truth
Outside the lines, perhaps
A job for a real sleuth
To all Canadian people
We call you to lead
To all government officials
We will see you concede
Four women once said
We are Idle No More
Began a millions movement
Peacefully knocking at the door
By Lisa A. MacLeod
Showing posts with label Legal Reform. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Legal Reform. Show all posts
Monday, January 28, 2013
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
FaceBook's Exploitation of Amanda Todd
A “cause” is circulating FaceBook. An invitation to join the “Petition:
Arrest Cyber Bullies Responsible for Amanda Todd’s Death”. I don’t understand
the purpose of the petition and have not yet signed.
Amanda was targeted and exploited by a sexual predator - still free and most
likely preying on other innocent and vulnerable children. There are a reported 5
million FaceBook users under the age of 10 and FaceBook knows it.
I take exception that FaceBook Inc. is allowed to profit from child exploitation,
cyber-rape and suicide.
Bullying is a traffic driven hot topic. Arresting bullies is not a cause
– it’s an outcome.
A petition should not be required to enforce a Child Exploitation and Protection crime. Her tragedy began with a predator using a naked picture of her and then extorting and exploiting her through mass distribution to the world. It has also been reported, this child porn photo was also at some point used as a "profile" picture.
A petition should not be required to enforce a Child Exploitation and Protection crime. Her tragedy began with a predator using a naked picture of her and then extorting and exploiting her through mass distribution to the world. It has also been reported, this child porn photo was also at some point used as a "profile" picture.
FaceBook Inc. provides a social networking service, an online worldwide neighbourhood. It is a publically traded conglomerate that facilitates
relationship building and promotes personal detail sharing among like-minded people,
groups and associations.
It is a cyber nation and should therefore be governed by the United Nations Convention on the
Rights of a Child.
FaceBook’s metric system of revenue generation is predicated and calculated
by notoriety of topic; a rating platform of interest and traffic driven
participation of a similar audience. On that basis, FaceBook makes money.
FaceBook is profiting off of any and all traffic driven social interaction
pertaining to this child’s suicide and in real time without having any responsibility in facilitating the interaction. It appears to me, FaceBook Inc. is an accessory and facilitated these child
abuse crimes.
What is FaceBook’s Age of Consent?
There isn’t one.
There are “Terms of Service” which I am sure every 5 million estimated 10 year olds read in entirety and understood.
Blame Parents, it’s your fault!
Reality Check - if a kid wants a FaceBook account, they will find a way to have a FaceBook account. Parents are not there 24/7 and cannot monitor their childrens' online access and eternal footprint in its entirety - and FaceBook knows this.
Reality Check - if a kid wants a FaceBook account, they will find a way to have a FaceBook account. Parents are not there 24/7 and cannot monitor their childrens' online access and eternal footprint in its entirety - and FaceBook knows this.
It is time for FaceBook Inc. to accept culpability.
We can demand it. We can demand Child Protection technology be adopted
by FaceBook.
If not – in protest, we can mass delete our profiles.
If not – in protest, we can mass delete our profiles.
Now that petition I would sign.
Saturday, May 19, 2012
Canadian Poverty: An open question to Prime Minister Stephen Harper
You're at G8, enjoying Camp David...
the United Nations has internationally blasted Canada
as "self-righteous" about poverty & hunger
the United Nations has internationally blasted Canada
as "self-righteous" about poverty & hunger
NOW would be a good time!
Orginally asked (posted) April 18th, 2012
Dear Prime Minister Stephen Harper:
Why is Canada the only country part of the G8 that does not have a "National Poverty Reduction Strategy"?!
Thank you in advance for your prompt reply.
Respectfully,
Lisa A. MacLeod
Canadian Citizen
As of April 27th, 2012 - Still no answer.
Monday, April 30, 2012
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Obama Gets It - When will Prime Minister Stephen Harper?!
Official Presidential Proclamation, December 28th, 2011
Release Time:
For Immediate Release
BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
A PROCLAMATION
In our schools and in our neighborhoods, at home and in workplaces across our Nation, stalking endangers the physical and emotional well being of millions of American men and women every year. Too often, stalking goes unreported and unaddressed, and we must take action against this unacceptable abuse. This month, we stand with all those who have been affected by stalking and strengthen our resolve to prevent this crime before it occurs.
Stalkers inspire fear through intimidation, explicit or implied threats, and nonconsensual communication often by telephone, text message, or email that can cause severe emotional and physical distress. Many victims suffer anxiety attacks, feelings of anger or helplessness, and depression. Fearing for their safety, some are forced to relocate or change jobs to protect themselves. And, tragically, stalking can be a precursor to more violent offenses, including sexual assault and homicide. The consequences of this crime are real, and they take a profound and ongoing toll on men, women, teens, and children across our country.
Despite the dangerous reality of stalking, public awareness and legal responses to this crime remain limited. New data show that one in six women and one in 19 men have experienced stalking that caused them to be very fearful or feel that they or someone close to them were in immediate physical danger. Among men and women alike, victims are most commonly stalked by current or former intimate partners, and young adults are at the highest risk for stalking victimization. Though stalking can occur in any community, shame, fear of retribution, or concerns that they will not be supported lead many victims to forego reporting the crime to the police. As we strive to reverse this trend, we must do more to promote public awareness and support for survivors of stalking.
My Administration is working to advance protection and services for stalking victims, empower survivors to break the cycle of abuse, and bring an end to violence against women and men. With unprecedented coordination between Federal agencies, we are promoting new tools to decrease the incidence of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking, and we are taking action to ensure perpetrators are held accountable. To reinforce these efforts, advocates, law enforcement officials, and others who work with victims must continue to improve their capacity to respond with swift and comprehensive action. From raising awareness to pursuing criminal justice, all of us have a role to play in stopping this senseless and harmful behavior.
This month, let us come together to prevent abuse, violence, and harassment in all their forms and renew our commitment to bring care and support to those in need.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim January 2012 as National Stalking Awareness Month.
I call on all Americans to learn to recognize the signs of stalking, acknowledge stalking as a serious crime, and urge those impacted not to be afraid to speak out or ask for help. Let us also resolve to support victims and survivors, and to create communities that are secure and supportive for all Americans.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty eighth day of December, in the year of our Lord two thousand eleven, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-sixth.
BARACK OBAMA
Presidential Proclamation -- National Stalking Awareness Month, 2012
Release Time:
For Immediate Release
BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
A PROCLAMATION
In our schools and in our neighborhoods, at home and in workplaces across our Nation, stalking endangers the physical and emotional well being of millions of American men and women every year. Too often, stalking goes unreported and unaddressed, and we must take action against this unacceptable abuse. This month, we stand with all those who have been affected by stalking and strengthen our resolve to prevent this crime before it occurs.
Stalkers inspire fear through intimidation, explicit or implied threats, and nonconsensual communication often by telephone, text message, or email that can cause severe emotional and physical distress. Many victims suffer anxiety attacks, feelings of anger or helplessness, and depression. Fearing for their safety, some are forced to relocate or change jobs to protect themselves. And, tragically, stalking can be a precursor to more violent offenses, including sexual assault and homicide. The consequences of this crime are real, and they take a profound and ongoing toll on men, women, teens, and children across our country.
Despite the dangerous reality of stalking, public awareness and legal responses to this crime remain limited. New data show that one in six women and one in 19 men have experienced stalking that caused them to be very fearful or feel that they or someone close to them were in immediate physical danger. Among men and women alike, victims are most commonly stalked by current or former intimate partners, and young adults are at the highest risk for stalking victimization. Though stalking can occur in any community, shame, fear of retribution, or concerns that they will not be supported lead many victims to forego reporting the crime to the police. As we strive to reverse this trend, we must do more to promote public awareness and support for survivors of stalking.
My Administration is working to advance protection and services for stalking victims, empower survivors to break the cycle of abuse, and bring an end to violence against women and men. With unprecedented coordination between Federal agencies, we are promoting new tools to decrease the incidence of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking, and we are taking action to ensure perpetrators are held accountable. To reinforce these efforts, advocates, law enforcement officials, and others who work with victims must continue to improve their capacity to respond with swift and comprehensive action. From raising awareness to pursuing criminal justice, all of us have a role to play in stopping this senseless and harmful behavior.
This month, let us come together to prevent abuse, violence, and harassment in all their forms and renew our commitment to bring care and support to those in need.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim January 2012 as National Stalking Awareness Month.
I call on all Americans to learn to recognize the signs of stalking, acknowledge stalking as a serious crime, and urge those impacted not to be afraid to speak out or ask for help. Let us also resolve to support victims and survivors, and to create communities that are secure and supportive for all Americans.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty eighth day of December, in the year of our Lord two thousand eleven, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-sixth.
BARACK OBAMA
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