Given the circumstances of the recent past, Mr. Emerson's comments in terms of the supply-managed sector, messages whether real or otherwise are sometimes misinterpreted, but messages are given. I'm just wondering, are these kinds of messages, the messages from the current government in terms of its direction on the Wheat Board, positive messages or are they negative messages? Obviously, we believe these are sectors that we have protected with a great deal of vigour over the history of government for many years. Where do you see us going, and where does that leave you as our negotiator in terms of a solid premise from which to negotiate, knowing that you have the support of government, the support of this committee, and the support of the industry back home in terms of supporting those measures? I'm just wondering whether you feel as positive today moving forward in your negotiating role as you did two years ago.
On February 20th, 2007. See this statement in context.