Oral Questions
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
“I wish you a nice summer. Stop implying I'm soft on crime. I'll look tough too. Police got lots of people so there.”
MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT
Hon. Lena Metlege Diab
Diab rarely gives a clear yes or no answer and frequently dodges around questions in the House, filling time with slogans about 'protecting Canadians' and the government's plans. She openly says she won't answer specific questions if they're 'traps' or demands she doesn't like, and often pretends not to understand the real point. When she does give concrete numbers, they're usually self-flattering stats or promises of deportations she claims will happen eventually.
“I don't want to talk about this. Happy Canada Day.”
Oral Questions
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
“I want people to think the government's handling of immigration is going well. Trust me, it is working.”
Oral Questions
The Economy
“I've answered that before. Canadians care about the economy. Our numbers on visitors and claims are down -- see, my plan works!”
Oral Questions
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
“That's a hard question. I won't give you numbers. Maybe if I say 'integrity' it will sound better.”
Oral Questions
Public Safety
“You keep asking the same thing. I already said they're banned. We're not letting them in. Any IRGC officials since 2003 aren't allowed. I won't give a different answer.”
“I want to look like we're protecting Canadians by continuing a ban.”
“I want to say that I already answered questions. I want to say that I was very clear. I want to complain about heckling.”
Oral Questions
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
“I said we would bring in students, so we are. I have directed my department to process the permits for students who are already out of Gaza. We are interviewing and making final decisions. We're protecting the immigration system.”
Government Orders
Business of Supply
“I just want to say nice things to look good. I'm sad the debate is ending. I really like my friend from Winnipeg North, he helps me a lot. I want Canadians to think we are doing a good job. We have results. I want to say thank you to everyone who works here and the people who elected me. It's my first time getting to do this. I'm looking forward to hearing from everyone during the summer. I think our government is great and we will keep working hard.”
“I want to cheer for a program that spends money in my riding. More money for this program is good for everyone!”
“I'm saying I'm doing a good job. I keep saying we're doing good work. Criminals deserve something but I'm not saying what.”
“I'm filling time with kind words and saying nothing anyone could pin down later.”
“I don't want to discuss the specific case or bill you mentioned. Instead I'll list other things our government has done and spending we have added.”
“I'm going to talk about all the great things our government has done to protect Canadians and blame the opposition for getting in the way.”
“I don't like your point. Stop talking about punishments. Let's talk about how many people we already send back.”
“That's bad. Judges should deliver serious consequences. We all agree. I said that before. I'll say it again.”
“I want you to think we are tough on crime. We have rules. Bad people get punished. The border agency does its job.”
“I'm filling time with kind words while saying nothing anyone could pin down later. I want you to think this government is doing enough.”
“I don't want to deport more people. I'll only support a law that fits my interpretation of the constitution. I'm using that as my excuse for voting no.”