MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT
Naqvi sticks closely to standard Liberal talking points, dodging specific questions by repeating general assertions of how hard the government is working on various files. He reliably fills his speaking time with positive but vague statements about the importance of an issue, how much the government cares about it, and how great certain groups in his riding are. When rattled by tough questions, he tends to respond with generic platitudes, but he shows a particular interest in diversifying Canada's trade partnerships to boost jobs and the economy.
Adjournment Proceedings
“I want to cheer for a program that spends money in my riding. 600 jobs created. See, the government spends money and it helps young people. We need to spend money so young people can network. We should spend money on more things. Summer jobs are very important. The government should spend more money on trades. That's what I think.”
“Thanks staff. I like you. Thanks other guy. I like Alberta. Let's go there. We should create jobs for youth. My government spent money on things. We will give money to provinces for vague reasons. Then they will do things. I hope that works out.”
Statements by Members
“I want people to see me cheering for a cultural community event. I'm saying they do good things.”
Oral Questions
“I don't like that question. Canadians shouldn't trust Conservatives. There are wars and trade issues. We want to create jobs by diversifying trade.”
Oral Questions
“I want taxpayers to spend $1 billion on AI programs. It will help students and businesses in some MPs' ridings.”
Oral Questions
“We have to do things and say they are working. Jobs numbers exist. Look, a benefit for some families! We are helping.”
Statements by Members
“I want people to associate my name with a popular local event. I'm taking up time in the legislature to boast about a big garage sale in my riding. Also, garage sales mean I get to thank people by name.”
Oral Questions
“I want to repeat that I'm against forced labour. We try to keep supply chains free of it. We make sure our trade agreements have labour standards. We will keep enforcing these laws to protect Canadian workers and workers abroad.”
“Canada already has import controls and checks for forced labor. The border agency reports to Parliament every year. We'll protect Canada's interests and stand up for high labor standards for all workers.”
“Forced labor is bad. The government wants to reduce it in supply chains. We will put labor rules in trade deals.”
“Forced labor is bad. We're handling it. We're making trade deals with strict labor conditions. Trust us, we won't let shipments come from forced labor.”
Oral Questions
“I want Canadians to know that only our party can give them serious leadership. We need to diversify our economy and build partnerships with other countries like China and India to create good jobs.”
“Canadians are struggling in uncertain economic times. The Prime Minister and government have a plan. We're signing trade deals to create jobs and sell things to other countries. Our plan is working.”
Oral Questions
“Canadians face uncertain times. Our plan is to keep taxing and spending billions to create jobs selling more goods to other countries.”
Statements by Members
“I went to a flag-raising ceremony for Africa Day. It was nice. The African Union does good work. Canada's Africa strategy is good. The African Union's Canadian branch did a good job organizing the event.”
Oral Questions
“I say we are helping farmers by getting them exports. Farmers want what we are doing. We will not hurt farmers.”
“Liberals are signing a big trade deal. I will ignore the part about standards and risks the other guy mentioned. We talk to some farmer groups. So it's fine.”
Statements by Members
“I attended a groundbreaking event for an important monument. I think it's good to honour veterans and Canada's mission in Afghanistan.”
Oral Questions
“I'm filling time with kind words and saying nothing anyone could pin down later.”
Statements by Members
“I want to take credit for a tax change so I can look good. The tax change will let some Canadians claim a tax break for their disability more easily. Thank you to some groups in my riding for their advocacy on this issue. This tax change is part of our government's plan to spend more money.”
