Mr. Speaker, keep in mind that they were elected on a very important principle, that of public funding. They have let it fall by the wayside since then. During every one of their speeches, they talk about the funding of the big political parties in this country. All of Canada's political parties have access to this funding.
I find it reprehensible that they are talking about elections. Speaking of elections, only a few months ago, they were all ready to run as PQ candidates in the provincial election. Now, not one of them is interested in running as a PQ candidate in Quebec. Why? Because they are at 20% to 25% in the polls. These are people who are holidaying here in Canada's Parliament.
It is not true that the the microbrewery issue that they have raised is not being taken seriously by the government. We will look at it seriously. It is not enough to simply apply new parameters. This is an issue that we are taking seriously.
All in all, I would like to ask the member what he thinks about public funding. One of their former members has called into question their funding habits. At every available opportunity, they criticize the Liberal Party of Canada on funding. Corporate funding is allowed in this country. Democracy can also be protected by companies.
I would like to hear his comments on public funding and to hear what they have done in terms of funding.