“I'm filling time with kind words and saying nothing anyone could pin down later.”
What they said. What they meant.
Plain-language translations from the House of Commons.
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In a debate meant to be about a budget implementation bill, parliamentarians instead spent their time congratulating and reminiscing with a retiring MP in an irrelevant mutual admiration session. The actual budget, spending, or governance of the country was barely discussed.
“That story is kind of weird. I want oil pipelines. I don't like the carbon tax.”
“I think they said something nice about me. I want to believe that. That would make me happy.”
“I want to give a big compliment to the member from Laurier—Sainte-Marie for all the work he has done in the past. I have known him for a long time, and he has done a lot of good things for the environment. I want to wish him all the best going forward, even if we have not always agreed on everything. It is sad that Canada was not able to accept his big ideas on the environment.”
“I feel very good about my time in politics. I want people to remember that I helped accomplish big things like the COP15 conference in Montreal. I want people to know that I worked hard with many other people and countries to protect 30% of the planet. I hope people at home will feel inspired to get into politics too.”
“I want to congratulate and thank my colleague for all his hard work on climate change. Even from his very first speech, he has always pushed us to do better. I'm curious what advice he would give to a young person who is just getting started in climate activism.”
“I want to thank the government whip for being a great ally. If I could go back and talk to my younger self, I'd say that dreams can come true if you believe in them.”
“I hope this resignation makes people pay attention. It takes courage to stand up for the environment. We've worked with him on issues like climate and protecting nature. We didn't always agree, but he understood the climate needs action. He fought for the environment. Now the government is backing off and putting fossil fuels first while people face disasters. Thank you for your courage and service. Keep fighting for climate justice. We want to keep working with you on this.”
“I appreciate the kind words from my NDP colleague. He's been a great partner on environmental issues. We've worked together a lot. It's not always easy in this place. I want to thank him for working with me. I won't stop fighting for the environment. I'll keep at it, even outside of this House.”
“I'm sad you're leaving. I'll miss you. Your riding was smart to pick you. Nice things are nice. I didn't ask a question about the budget, I just want you to talk about yourself.”
“Nice things are nice. I'll be around if you need me to talk about the environment. I didn't answer a question about the budget, I just said nice things about Elizabeth May.”