I feel we should put it to a vote, but I would just like to clarify what the role of this committee is: the role of this committee is to examine how broadcasting works. That's one of our mandates. So when the CBC cut regional funding across this country, I'm glad that private members stood up, but we had an obligation as a committee to ask questions. Is that intervening? Yes, it is; that's our job.
When the lockout happened and seven weeks of service was cut off to Canadians, our committee wanted representation from management to explain why that was done. That was an internal management decision, but we took a stand.
So at this point, I think we know where our philosophical differences are; I would just like to know if it's a yea or nay. It's simple. I'm perfectly satisfied if Mr. Abbott and Mr. Warkentin say no. That is their view. That's what we're here for, but I don't think talking about it much more is going to get us anywhere. Let's just put it to a vote.