Tories' Omnibus Crime Bill Passed by House

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Tories' crime bill passed by House

The toughening of jail sentences and the introduction of new mandatory minimum sentences for certain drug and other offences are among the measures opposed by critics.

Nicholson and Public Safety Minister Vic Toews, the other lead minister on the bill, have always defended it by saying it will lead to improved safety for Canadians and better protection for victims and that it will give more appropriate punishments to offenders.

Interim Liberal Leader Bob Rae said passing the bill marks a "step backwards."

Interim indeed. If the Liberals keep this waffle iron on the grill for the next election cycle, then it's quite likely to be another Conservative majority for Harper.