As I just answered, these are difficult decisions, particularly when you cannot respond positively. As I say, my responsibility is the best use of tax dollars. I have to be responsible and accountable to taxpayers on how CIDA is utilizing the money, to meet their expectations, to see a difference for the millions who are living in poverty and for the millions who are facing a food crisis, so consequently I would agree with you.
On March 18th, 2011. See this statement in context.