In the House of Commons on December 14th, 1999. See this statement in context.
An Act To Give Effect To The Requirement For Clarity As Set Out In The Opinion Of The Supreme Court Of Canada In The Quebec Secession ReferenceGovernment Orders
December 14th, 1999 / 4:30 p.m.
Liberal
Ted McWhinney Liberal Vancouver Quadra, BC
Madam Speaker, as a freely elected member of parliament, I can speak only for myself. I have studied the bill. I am satisfied that it conforms to the basic principles of a free and democratic society and I will support it.
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