Do I have the time for one last question, Mr. Chairman? I don't want to go too far.
I was surprised by your statement. I'm just wondering, with respect to people who have been appointed judges in our various courts of law whether the fact of being part of a firm--and I won't name any one in particular--in Montreal or Quebec City is a factor that increases your chances of being selected. Of course, we want to know which individuals are most qualified to be appointed to the bench. In my opinion, such an individual must have a thorough knowledge of the law, the ability to synthesize material, and have values that pretty well jibe with prevailing attitudes--which, of course, does not rule out the right to a dissenting view. Some justices of the Supreme Court have availed themselves of that right more than others. But, in your opinion, does being a partner in a major law firm or practising law in a large city make you a more attractive candidate?