That is true. However, I am talking about the linguistic distinction in Quebec which is a major asset. In business, when one deals with foreign markets, the fact that we have a bilingual country is an extraordinary asset. It gives us a special voice in world affairs. We are all very attached to it. We need to make sure we protect that voice in our country.
I am delighted to now turn to finances. I come from the business community, which I do not miss, but I am delighted to talk to members about finances. I am extremely pleased to explain to my colleague that 6 per cent of the gross national product was the deficit when we arrived in 1993. We are moving to 2 per cent. We have gone from 6 per cent to 2 per cent for the first time in our history. This is extraordinary. We are now-