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A debate about the government sneaking a provision into an omnibus budget bill to let the Prime Minister re-authorize banned pesticides by order, overriding Health Canada's scientific decisions. The Liberal speaker didn't deny it but claimed they're balancing health and the agricultural sector.

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Hon. Marjorie Michel

Liberal
“I want you to think I care about people's health. I also want big companies to like me. I think I can make everyone happy.”
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Hon. Marjorie Michel

Liberal
“I talked to those companies because it's my job. I don't see the problem with that. And we won't allow anything too dangerous.”
Our translation 74% shorter