Canadian town at standstill over councillors' refusal to take oath of allegiance to King Charles
Canadian town at standstill over councillors' refusal to take oath of allegiance to King Charles
The new council in Dawson City, Yukon, cannot make official decisions until the issue is resolved.
Summary
Dawson City in Canada is facing a crisis as the new mayor and councillors won’t take the required oath of allegiance to King Charles.
They refused in support of an Indigenous councillor who opposes the oath due to the Crown’s history with Indigenous people.
Without the oath, their election could be canceled, and they can’t make official decisions.
The council has asked for a different oath, but Yukon law requires the pledge. Authorities are now looking into the situation.
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I really hope this is able to set a precedent. Would be great to not inflict this guy on people.
As a Canadian I say send them to the stocks until they learn fealty to the king!
You make a compelling argument I hadn't considered. I will, however, counter by saying we should have a Kaiser instead.