Just like you, we agree with the principle of the bill because it is the first time that these entitlements are being extended to the self-employed. I believe that you did underscore this fact. However, if the bill is adopted as is, there will be one difficulty for self-employed workers, independent workers. There are a lot of self-employed individuals who are rejoicing at present, but they do not know that if they benefit from a short period of compassionate or sick leave, they will be required to pay in for the rest of their lives.
On December 10th, 2009. See this statement in context.