It's hilarious, because there have been so many improper activities in this committee. Where do you start and where do you finish? This is a joke. It is an absolute witch hunt and a joke. There are so many other things we could be using our time in a constructive manner.... We've just come through a recession. There are other things we could be talking about that would be constructive and productive for the Canadian population. But no. What does the opposition have us doing? They're on a witch hunt. An absolute witch hunt. They want to take staffers, beat up on them, and intimidate them. And when the staffer brings the minister, what do they do? They hide. The minister is right here. Do I need to say that twice. He's right here. He's three people down from me. He's willing to speak. What's the problem? I'm just amazed at the hypocrisy of the opposition here. Absolutely amazed. They should be ashamed of themselves. They really should.
On June 8th, 2010. See this statement in context.