Yes, that's what he was reading from. He wasn't reading from his speech.
In the House of Commons on June 5th, 2001. See this statement in context.
In the House of Commons on June 5th, 2001. See this statement in context.
Patent ActGovernment Orders
June 5th, 2001 / 12:30 p.m.
Liberal
Joe Volpe Liberal Eglinton—Lawrence, ON
Yes, that's what he was reading from. He wasn't reading from his speech.
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