I do feel compelled to say this and share the sentiments of my friend Tom, who hearkens back to a time when the rule used to be that if you got caught, you fell on the sword. You did the honourable thing. You were expected to do that. I don't think that's going to happen here, because quite frankly, I don't think there are systems for true accountability in place. I hope to get to that in my next speaking slot.
While I agree with the sentiments of the folks who will support this motion, I still don't believe that it's incumbent on this committee to do it. I do think it's incumbent on this minister to consider what the old rule used to be: that if you got caught in situations like this, you would do the honourable thing and step down.
I'll just put those statements on the record, but I will not be supporting the motion.