Thank you very much, Mr. Chair.
I'm calling attention on a point of order here. Marleau and Montpetit, I believe on page 857, states:
A point of order calling attention to a departure from the Standing Orders or from the customary manner in which a committee has conducted its proceedings may be raised at any time, by any member of the committee. In doubtful or unprovided cases, the Chair may reserve his or her decision.
Mr. Chair, do you seriously believe that it is customary to openly play favourites? Now, I know you're a Liberal and I know that you have been appointed by the Liberal Party, but I am asking why you would deviate from Standing Orders and persist in destroying the credibility of a parliamentary committee. You stated before, Mr. Chair, that you would not involve yourself in the selection of witnesses and you have flip-flopped on that decision, and I am calling a point of order on this whole matter.