The Walrus launches SoapBox, a public discussion forum

The Walrus Foundation, publishers of The Walrus magazine, has partnered with HitSend.ca to create an online discussion forum called The Walrus SoapBox. Its inaugural topic is the relevance of art in public life.

"Traditionally, a soapbox was a way in which citizens could be heard through an impromptu or unofficial burst of public speaking," said a release. "The Walrus SoapBox at