Precisely, Madam. If the process is fair and equitable, those people who have interim positions might — which would not be surprising — obtain the position were there to be a competition. They would be given a distinct advantage. If all you do is meet Peter, Paul and Mary or a dozen or so people and then choose this one or that one, then I believe it is very unfair. An interim process is not that long.
On November 28th, 2006. See this statement in context.