Toronto women galvanized by Kavanaugh vote

Toronto women galvanized by Kavanaugh vote

October 6, 2018 5:29 pm MST.

The nomination and confirmation of Brett Kavanaugh to the U.S. Supreme Court has had a ripple effect, sparking protests for women's rights across the globe, including here in Toronto. Faiza Amin with the future of the protest movements in Canada.

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