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‘Unleashing’: Politicians Say Ex-Police Watchdog’s Insults Go Too Far

‘Unleashing’: Politicians Say Ex-Police Watchdog’s Insults Go Too Far

Update: 2025-08-11
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For months, former Edmonton Police Commission chair John McDougall has subjected Edmonton city council in general, and Rutherford and several other councillors specifically, to an online campaign of personal attacks that several have described as bullying, intimidation and an aggressive attempt to undermine their re-election. Charles Rusnell reports. Charles is an independent investigative reporter based in Edmonton. Published Aug. 11, 2025. https://thetyee.ca/News/2025/08/11/Ex-Police-Watchdog-Insults-Go-Too-Far/
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‘Unleashing’: Politicians Say Ex-Police Watchdog’s Insults Go Too Far

‘Unleashing’: Politicians Say Ex-Police Watchdog’s Insults Go Too Far

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