How the alt-right laid siege to Pickering city council [Video]

Updated 27 mins ago

July 11, 2024

Pickering city officials steeled themselves. They watched as a line of people filed into council chambers to support Lisa Robinson.

Since her election in October 2022, the rookie councillor has opposed Pride events and denounced Black History Month. But when councillors try to speak out against her, and rein in what they feel is a growing distraction, Robinson’s defenders get louder.

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Pickering Councillor Lisa Robinson’s conduct has drawn censure from her colleagues on council. It has also courted a fanbase among protesters who claim they’re fighting for freedom.

R.J. Johnston / Toronto Star

Supporters of Pickering Councillor Lisa Robinson dominated a council meeting to oppose a controversial motion that would limit non-residents’ time to speak.

A supporter of Councillor Lisa Robinson speaks out at a recent Pickering council meeting.

R.J. Johnston Toronto Star

Robinson offered her services as …