Thank you, Mr. Chair. I would like to thank the three witnesses with us here today.
My first question is for you, Mr. Dufresne.
You used some strong wording in your introduction. You said you have not found anyone who is willing to defend the status quo. I think you have found someone today.
You also used the word “unanimous” in saying that everyone you consulted at various events, debates or discussions was in favour of proportional representation. Just to your left, though, is someone with a different point of view. I find it quite unusual that you claim that your organization represents a broad majority of Quebeckers who are in favour of the system you are advocating.
I have a very simple question for you. My colleague to my left asked you earlier but you did not have the time to finish your answer.
Once this committee has completed its work and a proposal has been put forward, do you definitely think that we should consult the entire population by way of a referendum to ensure that the proposal is the right choice and that it is necessary to change our voting system?