Of course, I agree with what you are saying. I agree with your impressive desire to move forward and convince MPs.
An MP is someone who represents the members of their riding. There are sick people in their riding. A small percentage of those sick people will need 52 weeks of benefits. We have to bear that in mind.
The 26 weeks announced by the government is like saying the hockey game will end at the second period. Clearly, there will be no winning team, but there will be a lot of losers. We have to commit to finishing the game, to playing all three periods.
I am asking you to commit to thinking about this situation. Tomorrow, you will be meeting sick people from your riding. It will be hard to explain certain decisions to them. You will have the chance to hear from them and listen, but listening is a long way from taking action.
I have been working with Émilie for three years. I support and continue the work of Marie‑Hélène Dubé. A lot of work has been done, but one final step is needed. That final step is not 26 weeks of benefits, but 52 weeks, ideally.