Pension bill debate takes up most of Commons sitting

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1. deflected
   Government ProgramsMrs. Nycole Turmel (NDP) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). loaded question.The answer restates general commitments without addressing the timing of any announcement or specific cuts mentioned.We will do that while protecting the social programs that Canadians cherish.
2. deflected
   Government ProgramsMrs. Nycole Turmel (NDP) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). loaded question.The response denies the premise but does not explain any plans or address the accusation directly.we do not intend to cut benefits for seniors.
3. deflected
   Government ProgramsMrs. Nycole Turmel (NDP) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). loaded question.The answer accuses the asker of not listening and restates position without new info.once again, the NDP leader did not listen to my answer.
4. deflected
   Government ProgramsMr. Peter Julian (NDP) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). loaded question.The answer rejects the claim but pivots to sustainability without addressing tax cuts or prisons.What we plan to do is protect the retirement system in place for our seniors
5. deflected
   Government ProgramsMr. Peter Julian (NDP) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). loaded question.Rejects premise and explains sustainability without addressing election silence or specific spending.We are not cutting. What we are going to do is preserve the system that exists for Canadians
6. answered
   Government ProgramsBob Rae (Liberal) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). loaded question.The answer affirms the commitment made during election and explains the forward-looking aspect.Our commitment is to reduce our deficit to zero gradually without cutting transfers to individuals or to provinces.
7. deflected
   Government ProgramsBob Rae (Liberal) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). loaded question.The response questions the asker's listening skills and reiterates the position without resolving the perceived contradiction.obviously, the leader of the Liberal Party is challenged when it comes to listening to the answer.
8. misdirected
   Government ProgramsBob Rae (Liberal) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). loaded question.The answer shifts focus to the Liberal Party's past actions rather than defending the current government's consistency.if we are talking about deceit, let us talk about the Liberal Party's record.
9. deflected
   HealthMs. Libby Davies (NDP) asked Leona Aglukkaq (Conservative). loaded question.The answer restates funding increases and commitment without addressing the unilateral reduction or lack of collaboration.Unlike the previous Liberal government, which gutted health care transfers, we have actually increased funding to record levels.
10. deflected
    HealthMs. Libby Davies (NDP) asked Leona Aglukkaq (Conservative). loaded question.The answer cites data on transfers but avoids the Canada Health Act, privatization, or accountability questions.the federal transfers are projected to grow faster than average provincial spending on health care.
11. deflected
    The BudgetMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked Tony Clement (Conservative). loaded question.The answer invokes the mandate and a plan to balance without addressing the scale of cuts or their impact on families.we have and are working on a plan that will get us to balance within a reasonable period of time.
12. misdirected
    The BudgetMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked Tony Clement (Conservative). loaded question.The answer pivots to the election platform and low-tax goals instead of responding to service cuts or corporate rewards.If we are going to have a low tax jurisdiction for jobs and growth, these plans are necessary, but we will do so in a reasonable and fair manner.
13. partly answered
    Service CanadaMs. Jean Crowder (NDP) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). substantive question.The answer begins to address timely benefits but shifts to applicant responsibility without covering the impact of cuts.Now it helps if people submit their applications on time, that these are complete and are accurate.
14. misdirected
    Service CanadaMs. Jean Crowder (NDP) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). substantive question.The answer defends system integrity and contrasts with prior NDP criticism rather than addressing processing delays or business impacts.What we are trying to do is to protect the integrity of that system to make sure that people who do come are not replacing Canadians who could have those jobs instead.
15. misdirected
    JusticeMr. Jack Harris (NDP) asked Rob Nicholson (Conservative). loaded question.The answer attacks the question's accuracy and pivots to victim support and transfer increases instead of provincial cost downloading.there are so many inaccuracies in there, I do not know where to begin.
16. deflected
    JusticeMs. Françoise Boivin (NDP) asked Rob Nicholson (Conservative). loaded question.The answer focuses on bill targets and total transfers without engaging the Quebec-specific costs or collaboration request.With respect to costs, as I pointed out before, more than $2.4 billion has been added to the transfers to the provinces.
17. answered
    Official LanguagesMr. Mathieu Ravignat (NDP) asked Tony Clement (Conservative). loaded question.Answer directly refutes premise and explains outsourcing maintains services.There are many French- and English-language instruction programs available.
18. answered
    PensionsJudy Sgro (Liberal) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). loaded question.Answer addresses OAS changes while attacking the question's premise.shame on the hon. member for fearmongering on baseless statements.
19. misdirected
    PensionsMs. Lise St-Denis (Liberal) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). substantive question.Answer ignores the question and attacks Liberals' past votes instead.Why did they vote against so many things that can help to take so many seniors off the tax rolls and out of poverty?
20. misdirected
    PensionsScott Brison (Liberal) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). loaded question.Answer pivots to attacking Liberals rather than addressing OAS age change.why is it that the Liberals voted against pension income splitting for seniors?
21. deflected
    National DefenceMs. Christine Moore (NDP) asked Julian Fantino (Conservative). substantive question.Answer discusses CF-18s and allies but avoids addressing plan B.We will continue to closely monitor the international development of the F-35 and its capabilities for the Canadian Forces.
22. deflected
    National DefenceMs. Christine Moore (NDP) asked Julian Fantino (Conservative). substantive question.Answer dismisses question as rhetoric and restates commitment without plan B.I do not know where all this rhetoric is coming from other than desperation.
23. misdirected
    National DefenceMr. Matthew Kellway (NDP) asked Julian Fantino (Conservative). substantive question.Answer attacks the member's knowledge instead of addressing F-35 costs.The member does not even know what he is talking about.
24. deflected
    National DefenceMr. Matthew Kellway (NDP) asked Julian Fantino (Conservative). substantive question.Answer restates commitment and monitoring but sidesteps cost and plan B questions.We continue to monitor the progress of the multinational Joint Strike Fighter program closely and exercise responsible stewardship of taxpayer money.
25. deflected
    The EnvironmentMs. Megan Leslie (NDP) asked Joe Oliver (Conservative). loaded question.The answer discusses radical groups but avoids addressing the accusation of taking orders from the oil lobby.However, there are also some radical environmental groups that are opposed to any development of our resources.
26. deflected
    The EnvironmentMs. Megan Leslie (NDP) asked Joe Oliver (Conservative). loaded question.Responds by labeling groups radical instead of stating personal belief on climate change.these groups are not related to science. These groups are radical.
27. partly answered
    Aboriginal AffairsMs. Linda Duncan (NDP) asked John Duncan (Conservative). substantive question.The response mentions partnership for economic development but does not address specific calls for intervention on the pipeline.our government is working in partnership with first nations, provincial and municipal governments and industrial developers to help first nations and Métis communities secure social and economic developments from the oil sands development.
28. partly answered
    Aboriginal AffairsMs. Linda Duncan (NDP) asked John Duncan (Conservative). substantive question.Provides examples of actions taken but does not confirm delivery on budget promises or land claims resolution.I was proud to announce last week the addition of 18 first nations to the first nations land management regime
29. partly answered
    Aboriginal AffairsBob Rae (Liberal) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). substantive question.Affirms consultation requirement but does not specify any additional process beyond existing ones.consulting with aboriginal groups is a constitutional requirement. Of course, that is part of any process.
30. deflected
    Aboriginal AffairsBob Rae (Liberal) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). loaded question.Restates the requirement without explaining how it is being fulfilled amid the accusations.the Constitution requires us to consult aboriginal groups and the government will respect this requirement.
31. misdirected
    EmploymentMr. Raymond Côté (NDP) asked Christian Paradis (Conservative). loaded question.Turns to criticizing the NDP's positions instead of addressing government plans for job protection.The NDP is trying to confuse matters and is opposed to any form of foreign investment.
32. misdirected
    EmploymentMs. Marjolaine Boutin-Sweet (NDP) asked Christian Paradis (Conservative). loaded question.Attacks the NDP's voting record rather than responding to the invitation or job loss situation.When it comes time for investing in infrastructure for education, in aerospace or in F-35s, which have colossal spinoffs for Montreal, what does the NDP do? It votes against that investment.
33. deflected
    Aboriginal AffairsCarolyn Bennett (Liberal) asked John Duncan (Conservative). substantive question.The response avoids any commitment on budget funding by deferring to a future unspecified decision.It is too early to speculate about the budget. That is a decision that will be forthcoming.
34. deflected
    IndustryMs. Irene Mathyssen (NDP) asked Christian Paradis (Conservative). substantive question.The answer shifts responsibility to Ontario and labels it a labour dispute without addressing the tax breaks or federal role.this matter is under the Ontario government's jurisdiction and the federal government cannot interfere in that matter.
35. answered
    Foreign AffairsMs. Hélène Laverdière (NDP) asked Mr. Deepak Obhrai (Conservative). loaded question.The response directly refutes the premise by stating the assets will be returned to the Tunisian people.The money will go back to the people as it is rightfully theirs.
36. answered
    PensionsMr. Louis Plamondon (Bloc) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). loaded question.The response directly denies any cuts to seniors' benefits and reaffirms maintenance of the current system.our government will ensure that seniors keep all of the benefits they are currently receiving under the existing system.