Mr. Speaker, I well understand why my colleague across the way is so upset about prorogation. I should also say that I listened to his comments with interest and appreciation for the flair with which he delivered them. The reason the Bloc especially was so upset about prorogation is that last year it was used to stop the Bloc from becoming part of a coalition that would have had great mischief for the Government of Canada.
In fact, there was a good reason for prorogation this year. It was to consider what not to put in the budget. We decided not to put in any GST increases, such as the Liberals contemplated. We decided against any job-killing corporate taxes, like the NDP was advocating. We decided against any long-term spending, such as the Bloc would have us engage in.
Instead, we have come up with a continued steady stimulus for this year, followed by restraining government expenditures next year.
The Montreal Board of Trade has praised our plan as improving long-term productivity and competitiveness.
Does the hon. member agree with the Montreal Board of Trade?
Or, does he think it has it all wrong?