Madam Speaker, I think it is uncalled for to call someone-I will not repeat the words that were used to describe me.
I am criticized for having the intellectual curiosity to be interested in what is happening elsewhere and for wanting to share this with Quebecers. I have always recognized the existence of the Official Opposition. It hurts them to hear this voice from the Gaspe, this young federalist, because, and you know this as well as I do, we represent the majority of Quebecers.
Look at the results of the last election in Quebec. Scarcely 44 per cent of Quebecers supported the Parti Quebecois. Unfortunately, the opposition, and especially its home base, are not so sure they want to have their referendum as soon as possible. Increasingly, Quebecers are recognizing Canada's role and the generosity of the Canadian federation.