As explained, Mr. Cullen, I felt that I did what I was instructed to do, as best I could, when witnesses were not available. I felt that having the sherpa was extremely important. As someone who was there, who was part of the process for months, he could very clearly and concisely say this is what happened, this is the government's position, and this is the final statement. He was the guy literally writing it, and he could very clearly tell us where that was at. We could then get opinions on that, which is what I wanted to do.
So that's what I attempted to do. I can't apologize for that. I had to make a decision. This guy was not available to talk to again. He was leaving town, or that's what I was told. I had to make a decision. I didn't have time to call everybody.
I guess I find it offensive to be asked to apologize for making a decision. Really, a chairman has to sometimes make decisions. I felt we would accomplish both a Tuesday and a Thursday meeting.
So I do take offence at this motion, because it does call in.... We've heard it implied that in fact I was told that this is what I had to do, which is totally, 100% false.