Madam Speaker, in private, the minister told us the truth. In public, he said his words were misunderstood and mis-characterized. Well, let me translate for him.
“[I]f I were to redo this...from scratch, I would have a very different approach”. Translation: The minister does not believe in his plan.
“This is the mandate I was given.... Just put an end to this and move on”. Translation: It is about politics, not public safety.
“Don't ask me to explain the logic to you on this.” Translation: This plan will not work.
Canadians do not have confidence in the minister. How long will the Prime Minister stand behind him?