I agree, Mr. Speaker, it is a despicable word to use anywhere to describe Atlantic Canadians who are suffering.
There is an unemployment rate of 9.3% in Atlantic Canada. Not only is the member attacking the unemployed, but when he says “sitting on the street”, he is attacking the homeless, many of whom suffer from mental health issues, including addiction.
The ill and destitute need our compassion and our help, but this government cut literacy funding and has done nothing to help the homeless.
When will the Conservatives stop attacking the people who need help the most? When will they stop kicking people when they are down?