Mr. Speaker, it is not the first time, nor will it be the last, that the Government of Canada finds itself both agreeing and disagreeing with Claude Ryan. Mr. Ryan has his own way of thinking.
As for the question, Mr. Ryan suggested that it be adopted by two-thirds of the members of the National Assembly and, as for the majority, on August 21, 1998, Mr. Ryan said “It should require 50% plus one, not of the votes cast, but of eligible voters”.
If the Bloc Quebecois wants to accept these two suggestions made by Mr. Ryan, let it so inform the House. Otherwise, it should quit trying to ride on his coattails. It is a no go.