Mr. Speaker, today I rise to pay tribute to the men and women who are employed in both political and bureaucratic offices at the federal level.
Over the past several months I have listened to my Reform colleagues make unfounded accusations and untrue statements about various staff members. These statements are typically unfair and totally unacceptable.
We on this side of the House want to praise the hard work and dedication which our staff members show week in and week out. Our staff members should feel a sense of pride, knowing that without their commitment our federal government would be a lot less effective.
Personally I have no time for the pettiness and callous disregard some of my Reform colleagues have shown toward these individuals. On behalf of the Liberal caucus, I say hats off to our staff members. They work long hours and show tremendous dedication to their work. It is greatly appreciated.