“You need to answer questions for four hours. If you don't, the Prime Minister should fire you.”
What they said. What they meant.
Plain-language translations from the House of Commons.
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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
In the House of Commons, MPs debated Canada's immigration and refugee system. The Conservative opposition criticized the Liberal Minister of Immigration for allegedly approving 'sweetheart deals' for non-citizens convicted of serious crimes. The Minister defended her record, stating asylum claims are down and she looks forward to answering questions at committee. Much of the exchange consisted of partisan bickering and personal attacks between the two sides.
“That's a ridiculous question. I'm here. I'm working. Immigration is fine. Look at all these programs!”
“The Minister of Immigration is bad at her job. She's making bad decisions and letting criminals stay in Canada. She should have to answer for this but she's too scared to show up and be accountable.”
“The minister's doing a great job. Everything's fine. The real question is why the other side keeps complaining.”
“I'm filling time with kind words about the minister. I want the other member to stop asking questions that make us look bad.”
“The Minister of Transport shouldn't answer for Immigration. The Immigration Minister should show up herself. She's well paid and should work. Her own party doubts her. I want her to commit to four hours of questions.”
“I'm here to answer questions. I'll be here many days. I want you to stop bullying. Our government is doing what Canadians elected us for.”