What is interesting is that in 1993 there was a majority led by former Prime Minister Chrétien, who did have his choice for who he believed should be the Speaker at that time. Mr. Gauthier, a member at the time, was the former prime minister's choice, but Gib, after thoughtful reflection, determined that he would put his name forward.
Fait intéressant à signaler, en 1993, le premier ministre Chrétien dirigeait un gouvernement majoritaire, et il avait son mot à dire, en cela qu'il pouvait indiquer sa préférence pour un candidat donné.