Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank my colleague for his support on these important measures which concern all unemployed Canadians.
I think he is quite right in saying that this is a very positive step forward for unemployed Canadians. It is actually quite a surprise to me that the Liberals are fighting this every step of the way. In fact, I would say that our government is fighting the recession; however, the Liberal leader is fighting the economic recovery.
I point out the Liberals because it is the Liberals who are not giving their full support to these measures. I would encourage them to give their full support to these measures. I think that, in part, responds to the question from my colleague.
If we have all the parties working together for the best interests of Canadians, then this bill will move quickly through its process and receive royal assent.