When he is given a fair opportunity to defend himself, the allegations will be demonstrated to be unfounded.

He is confident that, when given a full and fair opportunity to defend himself, he will be found innocent.

I would hate to think that politics have a great role to play in investigations and charges, but I've been around long enough to know they do.

The allegations were known way back over two years ago by the auditor general. We don't know why it took so long to charge him, but we're pleased at least that we now have the opportunity to clear his name.

We expect to be exonerated on Tuesday.

I want to know whether or not Dr. Dukes is still on their list of experts.