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STATEMENT BY THE PRIME MINISTER
July 26, 2002
Ottawa, Ontario
Prime Minister Jean Chrétien tonight issued this statement in respect of an
incident that may have involved his son, Michel:
"Aline and I were saddened to learn that our son, Michel, has been
charged in connection with an incident in Yellowknife, Northwest
Territories, that may indicate a recurrence of his longstanding troubles
with substance abuse.
As any parents who love their children, we have suffered when our son has
suffered and have been deeply concerned by any harm that may have come to
others as a result of his conduct. We have been heartened at the progress he
has been making and are deeply discouraged by his apparent relapse. We have
offered all of our care and support to him in good times and bad, and we
will continue to stand with him.
We deeply appreciate the courtesy that Canadians have always shown in
respecting our family’s right to privacy on personal matters. As this
matter is now before the courts, neither I nor my office will be making any
further comment."
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