Since one never knows what will be the line of advance, it is always most rash to condemn what is not quite in the fashion of the moment.

At a moment that comes rarely in the life of a country. It is a time when destiny is ours to hold.

Our veterans connect generations and Canadians. As a country and as individuals, we gain in pride and in purpose from their deeds and their service.

Don't tell me what's in the Red Book. I wrote the goddamned thing. And I know that it's a lot of crap.

As a people, we know what we can do, we know how to do it, and we just want to get on with it. How? By ensuring that Canada's place in the world is one of influence and pride.

I am personally against abortion on demand, but I believe it is very clear that there must be legislation brought in that will deal with what is becoming simply a mish-mash of approaches

The people of Canada have worked hard to build a country that opens its doors to include all, regardless of their differences; a country that respects all, regardless of their differences; a country that demands equality for all, regardless of their differences.