Office of Hon. David Kilgour, P.C., M.P., Edmonton Southeast

                                                                                November 28, 2003

Kilgour Clarifies Comments

In response to a story that appeared today, David Kilgour, MP for Edmonton Southeast and Secretary of State (Asia-Pacific) made the following comments:

“I do not in any way believe that homosexuality leads to incest and/or polygamy and in no way meant to imply that they are related.” 

“My comments stem from a concern that were a law to be too broadly written, it might be legally impossible to prevent any individuals from marrying. I deeply regret that my comments may have been misinterpreted as disparaging towards gay and lesbian Canadians.” 

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For More Information Contact:

Jesse Cringan

Office of the Hon. David Kilgour, P.C., M.P.

(613) 944-2162