“The Conservatives are trying to stop our bills. I don't like that. We can't let them get away with it. Limits on debate mean we can pass whatever we want. I want to make sure we pass all our bills.”
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A bill to amend the Canada Elections Act, mostly by increasing prohibitions around foreign influence, false information, and unauthorized use of computers in elections. The debate focused on time allocation, the Prime Minister's absence, and whether or not the House had adjourned for the summer.
“I don't know much about this bill. I'd like someone else to explain it to me.”
“The bill lets politicians look like they're fighting foreign interference. I want to cheer for that part so I seem useful.”
“I'm going to talk slowly and carefully to use up some time now. Maybe if I ask about changes that could improve the bill it will look like I am doing something important here.”
“I'm offended you would say that. The Prime Minister showed up for a vote. Your leader didn't even come. Your whole party is falling apart.”
“The Conservatives basically agree with us. Wow, this must be good! Now let's debate this thing and hear some compliments.”
“I'm filling time with kind words and saying nothing anyone could pin down later.”
“I want everyone to agree to say it's late so we can end this sitting early.”
“I want to keep talking but not that much.”