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Is Scotland’s new “Hate Crime and Public Order Act” good or bad for democracy?
Is the act helping, do you think it's a good thing or a bad thing - vote yes for good, no for bad! The legislative groundwork for the Hate Crime and Public Order Act was laid through rigorous debates, public consultations, and a thorough legislative process. The Act's passage was not without controversy, as it sought to tread the fine line between protecting individuals from hate crimes and preserving freedom of speech.
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