The hearings into the Freedom Convoy protests revealed a troubling lack of preparedness by Ottawa Police and ineffective communication among various intelligence agencies, illustrating a severe underestimation of the protest's threat.
The invocation of the Emergencies Act raises questions on its legitimacy, similar to the historical implications of the War Measures Act during the FLQ crisis, highlighting the significant lessons learned about government response.
Both the FLQ crisis and Freedom Convoy occupation showcased the delicate balance needed between public safety and maintaining trust in state institutions, underscoring the importance of effective communication during crises.
The Freedom Convoy protests, combined with border blockades, emphasized the necessity of coordinated action among security agencies, a point severely lacking in the government's initial response.
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