The question
A free city must make room for beliefs that are unpopular as well as beliefs that are celebrated. Toronto must decide whether public space remains open to Scripture, conscience, peaceful preaching, and principled disagreement.
The principle
David believes every person is made in the image of God and that freedom of religion, speech, conscience, and privacy are fundamental—not favours granted only to approved viewpoints.
The public consequence
Civil liberties protect Christians, non-Christians, minorities, critics, and dissenters alike. A city that cannot tolerate peaceful disagreement will eventually narrow freedom for everyone.
David’s position
David defends the right to preach the Gospel and speak Scripture peacefully on sidewalks, streets, parks, and public spaces.
He opposes unnecessary digital-ID requirements, intrusive City surveillance, and government practices that monitor residents without a clear, proportionate public need.
Practical response
David will continue to preach, document public encounters, and advocate for conscience. Churches can teach both courage and lawful conduct. Institutions can use viewpoint-neutral rules, clear appeal processes, and privacy-by-design safeguards.
Freedom of speech, religion, conscience, and privacy are fundamental freedoms.