To suggest that Quebecers willingly give up the chance to exercise fully their influence within the federal government would be to betray the historical role Quebec has always played in Confederation, and to undermine the legitimacy of their pride and ambitions.

Quebecers have rarely in their history been better represented than they are right now - at the highest levels of the federal government.

Canadians want to see real hope restored, not false hopes raised.

Religion gets in the way of morality.

I believe it is time for new leadership that is able to leave the '70s behind.

I know Quebecers don't want to relive old battles; they prefer to build for the future.

I believe that Canadians have the common sense to see that a better future cannot be built on fragmentation.