Mr. Speaker, it is interesting that even retired supreme court justices are calling for a more open process. Why is this government so averse to public scrutiny and accountability?
The current closed door process clearly does not have the backing of Canadians, especially in this era of increased judicial activism. What is it about a parliamentary review of potential appointments to one of the most powerful institutions in our country that the Prime Minister is concerned about? What is it about consulting parliament that offends the Prime Minister so much?