24 Quotes by David Wilkins

Emotional press conferences are not going to settle the issue. Canada needs to come back to the table. We need to close the door, roll up our sleeves and negotiate as need be, with good faith, and bring finality to it.

I simply restated our position on the 12-mile territory limit. Period.

I understand fully Quebec's position, Canada's position and frustration on this issue of softwood lumber. You have valid points,

I understand and appreciate Canada's position on softwood lumber. You have made legitimate points. I am very encouraged, as you should be, by recent developments in the past six weeks.

The way the law is written requires passports or similar secure document,

At every level in Washington, people are talking about that and looking for .Ê.Ê. another secure document that would not inhibit or impede trade or legitimate travellers across our country.

At every level in Washington, people are talking about that and looking for . . . another secure document that would not inhibit or impede trade or legitimate travellers across our country.

The aid pouring from all across Canada has been truly overwhelming, ... Many countries are offering help, nobody more so than Canada ... You're at the top of the list and for that we will always be very grateful.

Talk of trade wars and retaliation make good copy but they don't make good sense in my opinion. Friends negotiate, they don't retaliate.