I thank you, Chairman, for those comments, and I will take them back.
I'll simply say two things. Obviously, as you're aware, and you've alluded to this, the appointment of officers of Parliament is something that involves all parties in the House. That's known. But the second point, and it's implicit in your remarks, is the fact that the Parliament of Canada has decided to make the position that of an officer of Parliament actually does indicate the significance and importance to the country and to Parliament of that position. Therefore your comments about the importance of that position are very well taken.