Ontario PC Leader Doug Ford sparked controversy during a January gala speech by joking about bringing back the death penalty, referencing empowering judges to execute violent offenders. The jest, which was met with mixed reactions from the audience, was framed as a response to frustrations regarding violent crime and the federal bail system. After backlash, a party spokesperson clarified that Ford does not support capital punishment but emphasizes stricter measures for handling repeat offenders. Ontario's elections are approaching, intensifying scrutiny on Ford's comments and their implications for public safety policies.
The premier made a poor-taste joke out of frustration for the many people affected by violent criminals out on our streets because of the federal government's broken bail system and soft-on-crime policies.
I don't even go 25 years. I send 'em right to sparky and then we'll take everything from there.
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