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BTC: ‘It has become clear’

The full sentence is as follows: “It has become clear that Canadians wish to see more serious consequences for those who attack a woman while she is pregnant.” That’s Justice Minister Rob Nicholson explaining today’s announcement of an intention to table legislation on the matter, assuming the Prime Minister doesn’t dissolve Parliament in the next two weeks.

BTC: Roll call

Not that anyone’s currently around to hold a vote. Nor that there could be a vote—or at least one that could matter. But for those of you keeping score at home, here’s a breakdown of those MPs who’ve spoken publicly about the appointment of Dr. Morgentaler.