The leader of the Bloc Quebecois, Yves-François Blanchet, often sounds like he is going to say something thoughtful, and we expect another of his “Quebec First” rants. Recently he recommended that the Prime Minister call a meeting of federal party heads as a responsible thing to do. Then he, parenthetically, adds that he would not be waiting for such a call. Is that because he does not expect the PM to call it or is it because Mr Blanchet could not have a constructive participation in such a meeting? Parliamentary rights will stand up in parliament, but under the glare of the Canadian public a federal party that has little or no interest in the affairs of all Canadians is a party that has nothing to say about responsible behaviour among ministers eager to respect the Crown.