They declined. I won't rend my shirt, because it's new, but it is a bit of a shame.
My question is to the representatives of the other political parties. Mr. Gardner explained the rationale behind the Bloc amendment, which will probably be debated on Monday, when we move to the clause-by-clause study. I have already consulted my colleagues from the other parties here at committee, but I would like you to tell us about the amendment to ensure that the parties will not be liable for the debt.
I am referring to proposed subsection 405.7(5), which is on page 5 of the bill. According to that provision, if, after a nomination meeting, a relatively unknown candidate incurs a debt, the party will become liable, as if it had guaranteed the loan. Would you agree that this subsection should be deleted?