Thank you very much, Mr. Chair.
We're in the midst of challenging times. We're all aware of that. I am concerned, as are my fellow Canadians. They told me so when they realized how Bill C‑5 had been passed, that is to say by imposing closure.
Now they're asking us what will happen with the budget. Will the budget process become a ratification exercise rather than a true democratic oversight? Will Parliament be reduced to a mere recording chamber?
I would like to hear your wishes, because people are worried. They don't want things to be done at the expense of democracy.