I think political opportunism has gotten to such a point in this place that it’s overriding fundamental respect for democracy.
Don Davies: “I think political opportunism has gotten to such a point in this place that it’s overriding fundamental respect for…”
On the recordJune 3, 2026
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Don Davies
New Democratic Party
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globalnews.caEditor's note · Context
Discussing his bill to ban floor-crossing without byelections.
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