By Rebel News | Created at 2024-11-28 20:11:30 | Updated at 2024-12-04 19:48:54
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Today, James Kitchen, counsel for Barry Neufeld, who has been accused of spreading “online hate” for his critical stance on gender ideology and SOGI 123 in schools, is expected to cross-examine teachers testifying against him.
Today marks day four of the “British Columbia Teachers’ Federation obo Chilliwack Teachers’ Association v. Barry Neufeld” case, taking place in the quasi-judicial B.C. Human Rights Tribunal.
The battle over the freedom of speech to critique gender ideology being taught in schools began seven years ago when the B.C. Teachers’ Federation (BCTF) filed a Section 7 human rights complaint against Neufeld, who was serving as a Chilliwack school board trustee at the time.
The complaint alleges that Neufeld’s critical public speech against radical gender ideology and the province's controversial Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI 123) program amounts to "hate speech" that likely exposed individuals to discrimination or hatred online.
Earlier this week, Neufeld’s lawyer, James Kitchen, cross-examined Glen Hansman, a former BCTF president, and criticized the tribunal for restricting public access to anyone who had not previously-requested a week in advance, an action that sparked backlash from free speech advocates. The tribunal has since appeared to backpedal on this decision.
SOGI & FREE SPEECH: The ‘online hate speech’ hearing for Barry Neufeld, the former Chilliwack school trustee who courageously spoke out against gender ideology in schools, began with some of the public being shut out. 👇🏾https://t.co/RtDbyw5aOg
— Drea Humphrey - Prepping and Politics (@DreaHumphrey) November 28, 2024Today, Kitchen is expected to cross-examine the first of at least three teachers set to testify on behalf of the BCTF. Due to a publication ban, identifying details about teacher witnesses cannot be disclosed.
For real-time updates on today’s proceedings, follow Rebel News' Drea Humphrey as she live-tweets the hearing on X:
BCTF lawyer: Did you receive any other comments from other people about this poster afterwards?
TB: I had emails come in.
Says more people called her a groomer.
14) TB claims the criticism came after a parent took a photo of a poster with her name on it, which she used to promote her Ally Day event. TB has been a leader in creating such events. Below is an example of SOGI-encouraged allyship. https://t.co/U7NlXjZCEQ
— Drea Humphrey - Prepping and Politics (@DreaHumphrey) November 28, 202413) For example: TB would host an “ally day” for students and BCTF counsel asks TB to discuss some of the criticisms she faced for such teaching.
— Drea Humphrey - Prepping and Politics (@DreaHumphrey) November 28, 202412) TB's responses to simple questions about her memory of some of Neufeld’s comments or parents’ reactions to SOGI resources are often marked by long pauses, a shaky voice, and claims of forgetting the question she was just asked.
She sounds consumed by fear and confusion.
11) Counsel for the BCTF has posed questions to Teacher B (TB) who sounds like they need some serious help, respectfully.
— Drea Humphrey - Prepping and Politics (@DreaHumphrey) November 28, 202410) Due to a publication ban in place that prohibits revealing certain identifying characteristics of these teachers, I will refer to them as Teacher A (TA), Teacher B (TB), and Teacher C (TC). Additionally, updates will be selected carefully to comply with the ban.
— Drea Humphrey - Prepping and Politics (@DreaHumphrey) November 28, 20249) Today, at least one of the three teachers who will be testifying against Neufeld will give testimony and be cross-examined by Neufeld’s counsel, James Kitchen.
https://t.co/F7RAf2XR80
8) As it stands now, those who wish to attend can apply to do so via phone only, with no visuals, and the timing for which they may be approved entry is unclear. https://t.co/EyEKgyztqn
— Drea Humphrey - Prepping and Politics (@DreaHumphrey) November 28, 20247) Back to Barry:
This hearing began on Monday and the tribunal faced backlash for how difficult it was for the public to gain access.
You can learn about that as well as some highlights on what occurred earlier this week below. https://t.co/RtDbyw5aOg
6) Our complaint is brought on by Jessica Simpson (formerly Jonathan Yaniv), a violent, racist predatory human who resents our reports that have exposed “her” as such. https://t.co/1JiaCOJIpM
— Drea Humphrey - Prepping and Politics (@DreaHumphrey) November 28, 20245) Some of you may recall that Rebel News is also facing a Section 7 complaint, and we could use your help defending ourselves against it. Join us in advocating for the repeal of the censorship provision.https://t.co/mGmatRUJkx
— Drea Humphrey - Prepping and Politics (@DreaHumphrey) November 28, 20244) The BCTF slapped Neufeld with a Section 7 “hate speech” Human Rights complaint alleging that his public criticisms are discriminatory and “likely to” incite hatred against protected groups.
More background: https://t.co/YCfSoZLMGa
3)Neufeld has been a bold critic of radical gender ideology and B.C.’s SOGI 123 program for many years. Drawing on his experience as a foster child, his work with troubled youth, and his service as a trustee, he has raised concerns about these issues and paid a price for doing so https://t.co/L7cyOfkJj4
— Drea Humphrey - Prepping and Politics (@DreaHumphrey) November 28, 20242) It’s day 4 of the case:
British Columbia Teachers Federation obo Chilliwack Teachers Association v. Barry Neufeld case which is being heard in the BC Human Rights Tribunal.
1) LIVE TWEETS: Today, I’ll provide live updates a key free speech case about public servants' rights to represent parents' concerns over gender ideology and SOGI 123 in schools without fear of legal action.
PHOTO: Barry Neufeld, former Chilliwack school trustee pic.twitter.com/BJpE0cgNe2
Drea Humphrey
B.C. Bureau Chief
Based in British Columbia, Drea Humphrey reports on Western Canada for Rebel News. Drea’s reporting is not afraid to challenge political correctness, or ask the tough questions that mainstream media tends to avoid.
