Mr. Speaker, I rise in the House today to draw the attention of members to the white ribbon campaign against pornography. The campaign is a national effort aimed at combating and eliminating the destructive influences of obscenity, pornography and indecency.
We must be concerned about the effects which pornography produces on individuals, families and upon society as a whole. We must be particularly concerned about the effects this type of material may produce on sexual predators and others who may be inclined to commit sexual offences.
I know that all Canadians are opposed to the exploitation of women and children for sexual, economic or any other purpose. I have been contacted by and have been in touch with a number of groups and individuals within my riding. They have urged me to promote the white ribbon campaign.
It is therefore with a great deal of pride and sense of social responsibility which I know all members share that I draw this worthy cause to the attention of this House.