Mr. Chairman, I find it hard to believe that only the media are at fault. It is perfectly understandable that they would do all that they can to get their story. If a returning officer lets them in, it is not the media that is at fault. Take the example of the outgoing prime minister. In that instance, the media are not to blame; they were just chasing their story. I understand that, we live in a democracy. What I do not understand is why some people are allowed in when others are not. We have rules. To my mind, it is incumbent upon the returning officer to ensure that they are respected.
When I went to vote, journalists from Radio-Canada wanted to go in with me, but the returning officer categorically refused to let them. I can assure you that the media did not get their way.