Conversations with Peter Boghossian ATTACKED By Indigenous Activists: Frances Widdowson Speaks Out
Oct 23, 2025
Frances Widdowson, a former Mount Royal University professor and activist, recalls her harrowing experience of being attacked by Indigenous protesters during a Spectrum Street Epistemology session at the University of Winnipeg. She discusses the aim of probing beliefs and the violent opposition she faced, including intimidation tactics against her cameraman. Widdowson also explores deeper topics like land ownership claims, institutional complicity, and the implications of narratives on Indigenous healing, while advocating for open inquiry on campuses.
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Violent Protest Disrupted Campus Event
- Frances Widdowson was met with violent protestors when attempting Spectrum Street Epistemology at the University of Winnipeg. She described being screamed at, drummed out, and delayed from starting for hours before proceeding under duress.
Cameraman Intimidated And Driven Off Campus
- Frances recounted her cameraman Daniel Page being surrounded and pushed off campus by people in camouflage, leaving him fearing for his life. He was unable to film most of the University of Winnipeg event because of the intimidation.
Surrounded By Protesters While Security Stood Down
- Frances described being encircled by seven women who linked arms and tried to remove her from campus, forcing her to sit down to avoid being dragged. Security stood down and police did not arrive despite calls.