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Charlie Kirk’s Enduring Legacy Lives On
Barry W. Bussey 9/11/2025|Updated: 9/15/2025 Commentary Charlie Kirk’s life and career were marked by a profound commitment to conservativism, free speech, and American patriotism, often sparking intense debate across political lines. Whatever one’s opinion of...
The Haters of Speech: Why Can’t We Tolerate Dissent?
9/19/2025|Updated: 9/19/2025 Barry W. Bussey Commentary Why does disagreement breed such vitriol? Why are some so willing to silence, even destroy, those who dare to utter words that challenge their worldview? History isn’t just a record of ideas clashing, but of...
Why the Advancement of Religion as a Charitable Purpose Must Be Preserved in Canada
Photo: Peace Tower, Ottawa, Canada, by Barry W. Bussey Commentary In recent months, Canadian lawmakers and policymakers have openly questioned fundamental assumptions about the role of religion in our society, particularly regarding its recognition as a charitable...
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AI & Humanity: Navigating the Future of Freedom and Identity – Interview with Bruce Pardy
https://rumble.com/embed/v6xcna2/?pub=vs2ia Beat the censors, sign-up for our newsletter: https://firstfreedoms.ca/call_to_action_pages/stay_informed/ In a discussion on "Freedom Feature," host Barry Bussey engages with guest Bruce Party about the implications of...
Hungary’s Secret to Resilience: Insights on Culture, Humility, and Defying the West – Interview with Dr. Calum Nicholson
https://rumble.com/embed/v6xc9d4/?pub=vs2ia Beat the censors, sign-up for our newsletter: https://firstfreedoms.ca/call_to_action_pages/stay_informed/ This interview is with Dr. Calum Nicholson, Director of Research at the Danube Institute in Budapest. Nicholson,...
Would Charlie Cancel His Haters? Interview With Michael Peabody
https://rumble.com/embed/v6wtdd8/?pub=vs2ia Beat the censors, sign-up for our newsletter: https://firstfreedoms.ca/call_to_action_pages/stay_informed/ This interview features Barry Bussey hosting Michael Peabody, a Southern California lawyer and religious freedom...
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President and CEO Barry W. Bussey Signs Open Letter Against the Emergencies Act
More than thirty lawyers from across Canada have signed an open letter urging all Members of Parliament and Senators to reject the use of the Emergencies Act. The letter argues: The Emergencies Act is designed for use in rare circumstances. We do not believe that the...
Has Trudeau Crossed the Line?
The February 18, 2022, episode of the LeDrew Three Minute Interview with Stephen LeDrew features Dr. Barry W. Bussey discussing the Emergencies Act. Watch the conversation on YouTube. As Barry concludes, use your voice! Speak up to let your Members of Parliament know...
Barry Bussey featured by CCCC
What is the link between freedom of conscience and freedom of religion? Why does Dr. Bussey care so much about these fundamental freedoms, and what challenges do they face today? Read Barry's interview with Deina Warren, Director of Legal Affairs at the Canadian...