Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, over the past few days in this House, I have talked about the newly announced package for employees. I have said that it isn't fair because reductions in Nunavut will be greater than in other locations. Mr. Speaker, I also note that there is a deficit problem. Instead of attacking this government on its plans, like the elimination of the Executive and Personnel offices, which I think are short-sighted and detrimental to this government, I should also be prepared to offer constructive ways to help this government overcome the deficit. Mr. Speaker, I have tried to do this in and out of committee. The role of the ordinary MLA is to provide the checks and balances for constructive criticism, as well as to congratulate this government when the opportunity arises. Mr. Speaker, that is why I have asked the questions that I have. I represent the constituency of Iqaluit; their concerns are my concerns. I have not forgotten that. I will continue to bring up matters that are important to my constituents.
Mr. Speaker, in a consensus type of government, where the boundaries between Cabinet and ordinary Members are not well defined, sometimes it is difficult to be critical without the feeling of being personal. I find this every day, Mr. Speaker. However, Mr. Speaker, questions must be asked, questions must be raised, questions must be spoken, or this government would be a sham. Mr. Speaker, as a rookie MLA, I have learned many things over the past few months. However, Mr. Speaker, I have not forgotten how and why I came here. I thank my fellow MLAs for their support, their constructive criticism of me and their camaraderie. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
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