You can wait forever for perfect conditions or you can make do with what you have.

Are we allowed to sing? I imagine that at times, it might improve the tone of the debate.

The responsibility of a minister is to step aside when there is a criminal investigation of the department. That protects the propriety of Parliament and of responsible government.

Don't let them tell you it can't be done.

I don't know why we'd need so many more prisons when the crooks seem so happy in the Senate.

I want to share with you my belief in your power to change this country and this world.

There are great challenges before you, from the overwhelming nature of climate change to the unfairness of an economy that excludes so many from our collective wealth, and the changes necessary to build a more inclusive and generous Canada. I believe in you.