No. I don't think it's fair to the administration to have to respond to questions that are inherently political, Mr. Chairman, without the minister being present.
On October 18th, 2006. See this statement in context.
On October 18th, 2006. See this statement in context.
October 18th, 2006 / 4:45 p.m.
Liberal
Mauril Bélanger Liberal Ottawa—Vanier, ON
No. I don't think it's fair to the administration to have to respond to questions that are inherently political, Mr. Chairman, without the minister being present.
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