I understand that, and individual members are free to denounce it if they wish. But what the motion is asking is that the women members of this committee request and advocate the support of other women in their own caucus to share the same view. It's perfectly willing for them to do that. But I'll read, if I can, Madam Chair, from Marleau and Montpetit, on page 84: “Speakers have consistently upheld the right of the House to the services of its Members free from intimidation, obstruction, and interference.” It says that speakers have had “no hesitation in reaffirming the principle that parliamentary privilege includes the right of a member to discharge his [or her] responsibilities as a member of the House free from threats or attempts at intimidation”.
On March 11th, 2008. See this statement in context.