Good morning, Mr. Speaker.
How can one possibly broach this subject without being too hurtful or without baring one's soul?. I think of Ms. Migneault seated where you are and crying her heart out over the problems she must live with every day. I think of Louise Richard who felt comfortable enough to share with us her experiences. I was touched by what she said. I think of the young military members suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder and from psychological wounds who shared their stories with us one evening over refreshments at an informal gathering of some thirty people. When I think of all these people, I sincerely believe that this is a worthwhile initiative.
We are not here to look out for the welfare of those veterans who unfortunately are no longer with us. We are here to look out for the welfare of those who are living, Mr. Speaker. I do hope -- and I will be blunt -- that your decision is not based on a desire to reserve this room for the sole use of the whips and leaders committee. I hope that is not the case, Mr. Speaker, otherwise I would be angry.
Mr. Speaker, this room must be renamed the Veterans Room and be decorated accordingly so that young people feel at home here in Parliament.