Mr. Speaker, the votes are in and I am proud to report that Labrador New Democrats have chosen Harry Borlase to represent them in the upcoming byelection.
Harry was raised in Goose Bay. He is expert in polar law. Best of all, he has never had to resign due to massive election law violations.
New Democrats believe it is up to Labradorians to exercise their democratic choice, but we also believe in letting the rule of law run its course.
That is why Peter Penashue, after resigning in disgrace, should bow out of this campaign until Elections Canada and possibly the RCMP complete their investigations into the dozens of illegal campaign donations he accepted.
While the Conservatives field a self-admitted lawbreaker and a divided Liberal Party squabbles over its candidate, New Democrats are proud to offer a positive alternative whom Labradorians can trust, and a candidate who will put Labrador first.